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National Adolescents & Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health Convening
Rise & Rally 2026
Bringing together grassroots organizations, youth advocates, community leaders, and partners to strengthen community-led action, share knowledge, and advance Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights across Kenya.
Rise & Rally 2026
Welcome to the National Rise & Rally Adolescents and Youth Sexual Reproductive Health 2026 convening hosted by Community Voices Network. This convening brings together grassroots organizations, community leaders, youth advocates, researchers, movement builders, artists, community health promoters, and development partners committed to advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Kenya.
More Than Conference
Rise and Rally is more than a conference, it is a collaborative space for learning, reflection, relationship-building, and collective action by grassroots hosted by a grassroots organization, for us by us. Through interactive sessions, storytelling, dialogue, peer learning, and community engagement, participants will explore practical approaches to strengthening grassroots leadership, navigating the changing funding landscape, and building resilient, community-led movements that place people at the centre of change.
Join the Movement
Your participation is an important contribution to this growing community of practice. We look forward to learning with you, sharing experiences, building meaningful partnerships, and shaping collective solutions that extend well beyond the convening.
This year, we return with an even bolder conversation and commitment. The Rise & Rally 2026, themed: When They See Us: The Place of Grassroots SRHR Leadership in a Shifting Fundind landscape
When they see us
What recognition, visibility and legitimacy mean. Who gets to be seen? Who gets to be funded and who works
Building Community Power.
Building systems and infrastructure for supporting community youth-led organising and sustainability.
Healing Justice and collective care
Healing wounds of our past.
AI, digital transformation and grassroots power.
Mizizi
Our collective power in supporting organizational strengthening.
#SautiZetu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise & Rally?
Rise & Rally is Community Voices Network’s flagship grassroots convening that brings together SRHR youth-led community-led organizations, youth leaders to strengthen collective action for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and its intetersections.
More than an event, Rise & Rally is a space for collaboration, learning, innovation and movement building for youth-led grassroots partners.
Why is it called Rise & Rally?
The name reflects our collective commitment to rise above emerging challenges and rally together around SRHR community-led solutions. It represents resilience, solidarity and action at a time when grassroots organizations are navigating changing funding landscapes, shrinking civic space and evolving community needs.
Is Rise & Rally a conference?
No.
Rise & Rally is a community convening. While it includes keynote conversations, panel discussions and technical sessions, its emphasis is on dialogue, co-creation, networking, shared learning and building long-term partnerships rather than one-way presentations.
Who can attend Rise & Rally?
The convening welcomes:
- Grassroots organizations
- Youth-led organizations
- Community-based organizations
- Community Health Promoters
- Women’s rights organizations
- Persons with disabilities organizations
- Researchers
- Policymakers
- Development partners
- Donors
- Philanthropic organizations
- Communications practitioners
- Journalists
- Social innovators
- Students interested in SRHR
Can individuals attend?
Yes.
Individuals working or volunteering in community development, advocacy, communications, research or SRHR are welcome to register.
Is the convening only for organizations working in SRHR?
No.
We welcome organizations whose work intersects with Sexual Reproductive health and Rights such as education, governance, gender equality, climate justice, disability inclusion, youth empowerment, digital innovation and community development.
Can organizations send more than one representative?
Yes.
Organizations are encouraged to register multiple team members where possible, particularly if they are interested in networking, learning and partnership development.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes; registration fee is at KES 6000 per organisation representative.
This is part of building a sustainable movement.
What should participants expect?
Participants can expect:
- Interactive dialogue sessions
- Community-led storytelling
- Learning exchanges
- Skills-building workshops
- Networking opportunities
- Partnership conversations
- Community Table dinner
- Resource sharing
- Movement-building discussions
Will there be networking opportunities?
Absolutely.
Networking is one of the core objectives of Rise & Rally. Dedicated networking sessions, informal conversations and the Community Table are intentionally designed to foster meaningful collaboration.
Will there be opportunities to showcase our work?
Yes.
Selected organizations will have opportunities to showcase innovative community initiatives, share success stories and participate in exhibitions or partner spotlight sessions.
Partnerships & Sponsorship
How can my organization partner with Rise & Rally
Organizations can partner by sponsoring the convening, supporting specific sessions, co-hosting thematic discussions, providing technical expertise or contributing in-kind support.
What partnership packages are available?
Rise & Rally offers four partnership categories:
- Gold Partner
- Silver Partner
- Bronze Partner
- Friends of CVN
Each package provides different levels of visibility, engagement and recognition.
Can we sponsor a specific session?
Yes.
Organizations may choose to support thematic sessions, networking activities, exhibitions, the Community Table or other components aligned with their interests.
What benefits do partners receive?
Depending on the partnership category, benefits may include:
- Brand visibility
- Speaking opportunities
- Session co-hosting
- Partner spotlights
- Community Table invitations
- Exhibition space
- Digital recognition
- Inclusion in the final convening report
- Membership in the Rise & Rally Community of Practice
- Donors & Development Partners
- Why should donors participate?
Rise & Rally provides donors with a unique opportunity to engage directly with grassroots organizations, better understand community realities and explore innovative, locally led solutions shaping the future of SRHR.
How does Rise & Rally strengthen local leadership?
The convening prioritizes grassroots expertise by creating space for community organizations to lead conversations, share innovations and influence partnerships that affect their work.
Will funding opportunities be discussed?
While Rise & Rally is not a fundraising event, it creates opportunities for dialogue around sustainable financing, partnership models and locally led resource mobilization.
Will funding opportunities be discussed?
While Rise & Rally is not a fundraising event, it creates opportunities for dialogue around sustainable financing, partnership models and locally led resource mobilization.
Grassroots Organizations
What value does Rise & Rally offer grassroots organizations?
Participants gain opportunities to:
- Learn from peers
- Share innovations
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Connect with partners
- Explore collaborations
- Increase visibility
- Access new networks
- Contribute to regional conversations on SRHR
Do I need to present to participate?
No.
Many participants attend to learn, network and contribute to discussions. Presentation opportunities will be communicated separately where applicable.
Can small organizations participate?
Absolutely.
Rise & Rally intentionally creates space for organizations of all sizes, recognizing that some of the most innovative solutions emerge from community-led initiatives.
Media & Communications
Can journalists attend?
Yes.
Accredited journalists, storytellers, photographers and communications professionals are welcome to cover the convening.
Will sessions be recorded?
Selected sessions may be recorded. Participants will be informed in advance where recording is taking place and a report will be shared to our public website.
How can I follow updates?
Updates will be shared through the Community Voices Network website, email newsletters and official social media platforms.
Community of Practice
What happens after the convening?
Rise & Rally does not end when participants leave the venue.
Participants become part of the Rise & Rally Community of Practice, a collaborative network that supports continued learning, partnership development, knowledge sharing and collective action throughout the year.
What is the Community of Practice?
The Community of Practice is an ongoing network of organizations and individuals connected through Rise & Rally. Members continue exchanging resources, opportunities, lessons and collaborative initiatives beyond the convening.
Logistics
Where will Rise & Rally take place?
Venue details will be communicated to registered participants and published on the official Rise & Rally webpage.
Will accommodation be provided?
nformation regarding accommodation support, where applicable, will be shared directly with eligible participants.
Is the venue accessible?
Community Voices Network is committed to creating an inclusive convening. Accessibility information will be provided ahead of the event, and participants will have an opportunity to indicate any accessibility requirements during registration..
Who can I contact if I have additional questions?
If your question has not been answered here, please contact the Community Voices Network team through the contact details provided on the Rise & Rally webpage info@cvnkenya.org We are happy to help.