Elders & social cohesion
Protecting cultural custodians, supporting survivors and nurturing peaceful communities.
Malindi · Kenya · Since 2003
Culture lives
when we carry
it together.
Protecting elders, reviving traditions and safeguarding sacred places for generations to come.
Discover our storyWhy it matters
A living legacy
is at risk.
The Mijikenda community’s knowledge has travelled through memory, practice and the voices of its elders.
Today, elders face abuse and neglect, sacred Kaya forests are under threat, and many young people are losing connection with the traditions that shaped their identity.
Read why we actOur approach
Rooted in culture.
Built for the future.
We work alongside communities across the nine Mijikenda clans, bringing care, knowledge and opportunity together.
Culture & young people
Reviving music, ritual, stories and skills through learning led by the community.
Livelihoods & sacred places
Growing heritage-based livelihoods while caring for the Kaya forests.
Our reach
Two decades of cultural resilience in action.
From elder protection to youth mentorship and annual festivals, every programme helps Mijikenda heritage remain useful, visible and alive.
2003the year our community-led work began
9Mijikenda clans whose knowledge we honour
350 kmcovered in the annual Mashujaa Peace Walk
4flagship cultural gatherings each year
“Culture is a collection of solutions, tested over time, that should be the bedrock of our development.”MADCA guiding belief
AugustMekatilili wa Menza Cultural Festival
OctoberMashujaa Peace Walk
DecemberKatoto-Katoto Children’s Festival