South Coast Kenya  ·  Kwale County

Building a
Better Society
Together

HUDA engages communities across the South Coast in civic dialogue, development, health, peace and security — empowering people to build the future they deserve.

10+
Years Active
6
Program Areas
1
Region, Many Lives
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Community Development

Empowering coastal communities through inclusive civic engagement and local-led development initiatives.

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Peace & Security

Countering radicalization and violent extremism by providing youth with alternatives and pathways to peace.

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Health Advocacy

Championing community health dialogue and equitable access to services across Kwale County.

Civic Education
Peace & Security
Community Development
Health Advocacy
Counter-Radicalization
Youth Empowerment
Civic Dialogue
Violent Extremism Prevention
Civic Education
Peace & Security
Community Development
Health Advocacy
Counter-Radicalization
Youth Empowerment
Civic Dialogue
Violent Extremism Prevention

Dialogue as the
Foundation of Change

We believe that lasting change begins when communities have the space to speak, listen, and act together. HUDA was founded on the principle that civic discourse is the most powerful tool for development.

"To engage society in continuous dialogue and civic discourse on matters of development, health, radicalization, violent extremism, crime, peace and security."

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Development

Driving grassroots economic and social development across South Coast communities.

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Health

Advocating for equitable health services and community wellbeing in Kwale County.

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Peace

Fostering inter-community harmony and non-violent conflict resolution frameworks.

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Security

Dissuading youth from violent extremism and proscribed groups through prevention programs.

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Civic Education

Equipping citizens with knowledge about rights, governance, and civic participation.

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Youth Engagement

Creating opportunities and pathways for young people to lead positive change.

Our Core Programs

Each program is designed to address a specific challenge facing communities in Kenya's South Coast region.

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Counter-Radicalization & CVE

Working with at-risk youth, families, and community leaders to prevent recruitment into proscribed groups and violent extremist movements through mentorship, alternative livelihoods, and dialogue.

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Civic Education & Democracy

Running community forums, workshops, and awareness campaigns that equip citizens with knowledge about their rights, civic responsibilities, and the structures of governance at local and national levels.

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Community Health Advocacy

Mobilizing communities around public health issues, supporting access to services, and fostering dialogues that address health inequities and promote preventive healthcare behaviours.

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Peace & Conflict Resolution

Facilitating inter-community dialogue processes that address the root causes of local conflicts, build bridges between communities, and establish lasting peace mechanisms in the South Coast region.

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Youth Empowerment

Providing young people with skills, platforms, and resources to become positive agents of change — keeping them away from crime, gangs, and extremism through meaningful engagement.

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Development & Livelihoods

Partnering with communities to identify and implement development priorities, improve livelihoods, and build sustainable economic resilience across Kwale County.

South Coast
Kwale
Diani
10+
Years of
Impact

Rooted in the
South Coast

The Human Development Agenda was formed out of the communities of Kenya's South Coast — shaped by local realities, driven by local voices, and committed to long-term, sustainable change.

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Let's Start a Conversation

Whether you want to partner, volunteer, donate, or simply learn more — we'd love to hear from you.

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Address

Green House Plaza, 1st Floor
Likoni-Ramisi Road, Diani
Ukunda, Kwale — 80400

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Phone

0703 552 750
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Email

HUDA@hdagenda.org
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Website

hdagenda.org

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We aim to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.