I am Debora, a rising 2L, spending the summer working in Nairobi, Kenya. Together with 3 other Wash U law students, we have been working with Miss Koch Initiative, a community based organization based in Korogocho (the third largest slum in Nairobi). We deal with issues concerning sexual violence and girls; governance and human rights; sex education; and talent development among youth in Korogocho (also known as “Koch”).

I was able to witness the historic launching of Koch FM, the first community radio based solely in a slum. It is modeled after community radios that have sprung up in the “favelas” in Brazil. Koch FM serves as voice for the community and designs it programs to address human rights and other issues in Korogocho.

 Click here for pictures of the launch and other pictures of Nairobi.

Koch FM Launch

Koch FM Launch 2

Koch FM Launch 3: Caroline, one of the Koch FM presenters, speaks to the crowd.

Koch FM Launch 4: Part of the crowd

Downtown Nairobi: Along Kenyatta Avenue in the City Centre

Downtown Nairobi

Downtown Nairobi