KMA Human Rights Committee
Vision
A world where the medical profession safeguards, protects and upholds human rights.
Mision
To safeguard, protect and uphold human rights through education, training and empowerment in liaison with state and non-state institutions.
Objectives
- Monitor and review legislation, policies and practices affecting the rights of doctors and patients.
- Engage and pursue strategic partnerships with state and non-state actors including the KNCHR, Amnesty International, IMLU, the Law Society of Kenya, civil society and parliament on human rights matters in healthcare.
- Advocate for justice, equity and dignity in healthcare delivery.
- Provide guidance and support to members facing rights violations in the workplace.
- Raise awareness among members on human rights issues affecting the medical profession.
- Identify and pursue fundraising opportunities, including grants, partnerships, sponsorships and donor funding, for projects that align with the Committee's mandate.
Convener
Dr. Marie-Claire Wangari
is a medical doctor, global health advocate, and health systems leader with over a decade of experience in policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement. Within the Kenya Medical Association (KMA), she serves as the Co-Convener of the Human Rights Committee and has previously led both the Young Doctors Network and the Reproductive Health Committee. Dr. Wangari has successfully spearheaded advocacy initiatives, secured funding for youth-led health programs, and contributed to key national policy developments, focusing her work on health equity, human rights, and meaningful youth engagement in governance.
KMA HUMAN RIGHTS COMMITTEE PAST INITIATIVES
- Induction training – Forensic Medico-Legal documentation
- Publication – Newsletter HAKI newsletter
- Continuing Medical Education (CME)
- IMLU as a strategic partner.
KMA Human Rights 2024 Webinars
Leadership and Governance Webinar
International Youth Day, RMNCAH +N
OUR REPORTS
Documenting Torture After Abductions
Using the Istanbul Protocol
Kenya Medical Association (KMA) | Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) webinar slides
KMA YOUTH MONTH
2024 Report
“From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development"
2024 MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
ACTIVITY REPORT
Theme: Bridging the Gap: Access to Mental Health Care for All Kenyans
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