Guided by the Wisdom of the Ogiek Elders

The Advisory Board grounds this initiative in ancestral knowledge, ensuring our efforts reflect the cultural values, traditions, and environmental guardianship of the Ogiek people. Their leadership strengthens every aspect of our work, from storytelling to forest stewardship, connecting past, present, and future through Indigenous wisdom.

Advisory Board

Guided by ancestral wisdom, the Council of Elders provides cultural oversight, ensuring that our initiatives align with Ogiek values and traditions.

John L. Sironga

Hassan Sangare

Ngwele Leshwari

Simon Konana Konini

Peter Mgonke Kamau

Markborn Naligi

Hilton Kipremei

Alice Cheruto

Kenedy Lesingo

Zakayo K. Lesingo

Johnson M. Kumare

Dancan K Somita

Dorcas Chebet

Konini Nademwa

Elders are the of Every Community

Partner Organizations

Initial Meetings

We start by meeting with the Ogiek community to understand their needs and aspirations. This sets the stage for a collaborative journey.

Co-Design Workshops

In workshops, we gather feedback and ideas from community members. This helps tailor our approach and ensures everyone's voice is heard.

Implementation Phase

Once designs are finalized, we implement the platform while keeping the community involved. This way, we maintain alignment with their values and vision.

Our Team

Meet the diverse team behind Ogiek Justice Messenger—designers, developers, and community members working together to preserve culture and empower communication.
Lusike Mukhongo

Dr. Lusike Mukhongo

Associate Professor
Western Michigan University

chad edward

Dr. Chad Edwards

Professor
Western Michigan University

Cynthia

Dr. Cynthia Klekar-Cunningham

Professor
Western Michigan University

AutumnEdwards

Dr. Autumn Edwards

Professor
Western Michigan University

Mano Photo for Lecture[19]

Dr. Winston Mano

Professor
University of Westminster

Habeeb Abdulrauf

Graduate Research Assistant
Western Michigan University

AutumnEdwards

Dr. Autumn Edwards

Professor
Western Michigan University

Abdullah Mohaimen

Graduate Research Assistant
Western Michigan University

Habeeb Abdulrauf

Research Assistant

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