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Kenya-Canadian Empowerment Network (KCEN) is a vibrant and dedicated non-profit organization committed to empowering Kenyan immigrants in Canada and supporting developmental efforts in Kenya. KCEN is the bridge that connects the Kenyan diaspora.

Our Services

Cultural Exchange and Community Engagement:

Celebrate Kenyan culture through festivals and meetups, fostering cultural exchange and networking among Kenyan immigrants and the broader Canadian community.

Healthcare Initiatives:

Organizing medical camps and clinics, especially in rural areas, and health education on preventive care

Legal and Immigration Advisory:

Immigration consultation and advocacy on issues affecting the Kenyan diaspora

GALLERY

Our team

Amb. Dr. Christine K. Obaigwa Owinyi, PhD; Hon. EdD.

Director

Amb. Dr. Christine K. Obaigwa Owinyi, PhD; Hon. EdD., is the appointed Leaders of all Nations International (LOANI) -Kenya Chairperson. She serves as a Learning Facilitator, Speaker, Coach, Global Peace Educator, mother and mentor to many. As the CEO and co-founder of the Kenya-Canadian Empowerment Network (KCEN), Dr. Owinyi collaborates with the London Children’s Connection (LCC) in Canada to support learners, teachers and parents to create a sustainable environment for thriving. She initiated and volunteers as the sponsor, facilitator and coordinator of weekly online learning sessions on the EduGrowth for Sustainable Development platform. This initiative aims to provide lifelong learning opportunities in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 4.

Philice A. Masinde, MN-ANP, KRCHN, KECHN

Director

Philice A. Masinde, MN-ANP, KRCHN, KECHN, is a registered nurse in Canada and in Kenya. She is a dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in the coordination and implementation of health and wellness programs targeted at individuals living with HIV/AIDS, women, seniors, and other at- risk populations. With a solid foundation in nursing, obtained from the University of Western Ontario (UWO), her career spans across both Kenya and Canada, where she has been instrumental in healthcare facilities and grassroots organizations. In Kenya, her role extended beyond nursing to working with a Not-for-Profit organization focused on addressing the challenges faced by those affected by HIV/AIDS, with a special focus on women, youth, and gender issues. As a team leader in the health department, she was deeply involved in project planning, management, evaluation, and the advocacy and mitigation strategies essential for holistic community health and wellness.

Tabitha Daughters International (TDI)

Phylis as board member/ partner, on March 23rd, 2024.

An NGO that supports menstrual dignity in Kenyan elementary schools by supplying sanitary pads, girl/ boy child empowerment against menstrual shaming and dignity etc.

Our Address

1229 Wilton Avenue London Ontario Canada. N5W 2G9