Deloris Jordan Applauds Kenya’s Efforts in Tackling Gender-Based Violence, Calls for Homegrown Solutions
The Mt Kenya Times 
The Kenya Women and Children’s Wellness Centre (KWCWC) has unveiled a state-of-the-art medical centre dedicated to supporting survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
By: Cynthia Masibo
Deloris Jordan, the mother of basketball icon Michael Jordan, has lauded Kenya’s commitment to combating gender-based violence (GBV) while urging for localized solutions to address the crisis effectively. Jordan, who is in the country championing the well-being of GBV survivors, made the remarks during the launch of the Kenya Women and Children’s Wellness Centre medical facility in Nairobi.
For over a decade, KWCWC, an initiative supported by the Jordan family—has provided refuge and support to GBV survivors. The newly inaugurated medical facility aims to enhance care for victims, addressing their medical and psychological needs.
Speaking at the event, Jordan emphasized the importance of a holistic approach to tackling GBV, focusing not just on women but on entire families.
“I have grown from just focusing on women to all genders because I feel like not only women, but we need men. So when you come to the campus, you see Kenya Women and Children Wellness Family Center—it stands for family. If you can heal the family, you can find growth. Continue to support—not just talk about it in the press, but what are you going to do? This is your country, and I’m just a foreign person in your land. What are you going to do?”
Renee Kiamba, a mentor at the center, underscored the gravity of the situation, noting that by the time a victim seeks help, the system has already failed them.
“When a gender-based violence victim comes into this center, our society has failed. Where they come from is a family that is breaking apart—children witnessing violence, mothers agonizing over their daughters and wondering what went wrong.”
Dr. Hermes Gichane, the Director of KWCWC, highlighted the alarming rise in reported GBV cases across Kenya.
“In 2019, we had about 14,000 cases reported in our health facilities. Last year, that number jumped to 54,000. While better reporting measures have contributed to this increase, the numbers still indicate a growing crisis.”
Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu called on Kenyans to remain vigilant against GBV and work collectively to end the vice.
“We call upon each and every one of us to be aware of gender-based violence. It’s a very bad thing that is happening to our young people.”
The Ksh. 1.3 billion facility boasts more than 33 consultation rooms and laboratories, providing services such as antenatal care, immunization, family planning, counseling, lab services, emergency care, obstetrics-gynecology, and minor surgical procedures. This makes it the largest center in Kenya dedicated to supporting GBV survivors. In addition, the center will offer legal services, vocational training, financial literacy, reproductive health education, mental health support, and leadership training, all aimed at helping survivors regain independence and rebuild their lives after escaping abusive relationships.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in three women globally experiences gender-based violence—a statistic that underscores the urgency of the fight against GBV.
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