COME TOGETHER WIDOWS AND ORPHANS ORGANIZATION
Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization (CTWOO) is a lifeline for widows across all 47 Kenyan counties, tirelessly championing gender equality and the protection of fundamental human rights. By aligning with international standards like CEDAW, we fight to ensure that no woman or child is marginalized by harmful cultural practices or stripped of their inheritance. Through Family Law education and resource mobilization, we empower these resilient families to reclaim their dignity and thrive. Join us in breaking the cycle of discrimination—your support provides the legal protection and economic opportunities every widow deserves to live a life of security and respect.
About Us
Advocate | Inspire | Empower
Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization is dedicated to Advancing Gender Equality and Ensuring Widows in all 47 counties in Kenya an have Equitable Access to Resources, Opportunities and that they don’t loose their Dignity and they fully enjoy their Human Rights.
CTWOO Champions for the protection of Human Rights and Uphold the Dignity of Widows, in alighnment with international standards including the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) and the Convention on the Rights of The Child.
CTWOO believes that widows and their children are integral members of the family, despite the community and society often attempting to marginalize them after the loss of a husband and father to their children. Therefore, CTWOO places a strong focus on equipping widows, their children, and members of the community with knowledge about Family Law to ensure they are not subjected to discrimination rooted in harmful cultural practices.
World Bank Data
According to the World Bank there are approximately 258 million widows worldwide, with over 115 million living in poverty.
KNBS data
The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) 2019 gives an estimate over 1 million widows in Kenya who remain largely voiceless in policymaking and social discussions.
CTWOO Data
Over the past 11 years, the Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization has approximately 4,100,097 widows through various initiatives, including empowerment programs, media outreach, and workshops.
Widowhood Data
Latest Causes
At CTWOO, we don’t just address the symptoms of inequality—we tackle the root causes. Our latest campaigns are designed to provide more than just immediate relief; they build lasting foundations of legal knowledge, economic independence, and community support for widows across Kenya. Every initiative is driven by our vision of a society where a widow’s rights are protected and her dignity is non-negotiable. Explore our current projects below and discover how you can play a pivotal role in transforming these vital goals into reality.
Fanikisha Mjane Project
Cassava Farming in Kilifi
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Widowed Persons Bill
Community Center
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Education For vulnerable children
For Bright Future
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Our Partners
True transformation requires collective action. At CTWOO, we are proud to stand alongside a diverse network of dedicated partners, from international human rights organizations to grassroots community leaders. These collaborations amplify our voice, expand our reach into all 47 counties, and ensure we have the resources necessary to defend the rights of widows and orphans. By uniting our efforts with those who share our commitment to dignity and justice, we are building a stronger, more equitable future for every family we serve. We are deeply grateful to our partners for their unwavering support in making this mission a reality.
Help us break the cycle of discrimination. Empower a widow and secure her family’s future.
No widow should be silenced or marginalized by harmful practices. By supporting CTWOO, you are providing the essential legal knowledge and protection these families need to stand tall. Give now to defend human rights and restore dignity to widows and orphans in every county.“
Nairobi Office
- 1st Floor, Room 110, Blessed House, Thika Superhighway Next to Astrol Petrol Station
- +254702577477 / +254789577476
- info@cometogewoo.org
Meru Office
- MERU-NKUBU, GM plaza ground floor room no.G8
- +254119938756
- ctwoomeruoffice@cometogewoo.org