The 6th National ECD Conference will convene Kenya’s early childhood development sector from July 15 to 17, 2025, at Palm Oasis Resort in Garissa County.
Under the theme "Promoting Transformative Systemic Change in a Child’s Ecosystem," the conference will bring together policymakers, practitioners, and researchers to address critical issues affecting children.
Organized by the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Network for Kenya, the forum will explore innovative strategies to strengthen early childhood systems, with a focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and climate resilience.
Key discussions will revolve around six sub-themes:
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From vulnerable to valuable: Sustaining Early Childhood Development initiatives
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Strengthening Early Childhood Development Systems
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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity in the Implementation of Nurturing Care
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Climate-Resilient Models in Early Childhood Development
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Leveraging the Digital Ecosystem for ECD Outcomes
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Governance, Finance, and Accountability in ECD.
The conference will feature high-profile speakers, including Dr. Idle Omar Farah, CEO of the Frontier Counties Development Council, Mr Oscar Kadenge, chairperson ECD Network for Kenya, Prof. Teresia Mwoma, National Coordinator ECD Network for Kenya, and Dr. Lynette Okengo, Founder and Executive Director of the African Early Childhood Network.
Their insights will guide deliberations on policy reforms, community engagement, and scalable solutions for Kenya’s youngest learners.
With registration ongoing, stakeholders are encouraged to secure their participation via the official link: https://forms.gle/iH8fpBjDBnoP5KN2A.
Additional logistical details are available on the ECD Network for Kenya’s website.
As Kenya strives to build stronger foundations for its children, this conference presents a pivotal opportunity to align systems, policies, and practices for lasting impact.