I am an instructor at Kipsing shepherd school. The school has 30 women and 11 morans. Before they started attending shepherd school, women could not attend any peace meeting and they had no forum to air their views on the insecurity issues they were facing. Therefore, they were greatly affected because when their sons went to steal livestock, the security officers could come and carry all the livestock at home. their sons could also be killed during the raids.
There is big difference now, women are given a chance to speak during the peace meetings. Their children can listen to and obey their mothers. Women from Kipsing are taken to other areas in Isiolo County to preach peace… some of them have started businesses in order to support their families.
I have become more confident when talking to others and as an instructor, I have gained more knowledge on conflict management and peace building.’