Editar Adhiambo Ochieng

Editar Adhiambo Ochieng is a Kenyan activist and feminist who advocates for women's rights and supports survivors of sexual violence. In 2020, Ochieng became the first winner of the Wangari Maathai Award in Kenya for her contribution to curb the spread of COVID-19 pandemic in the Kibera slum.

Personal life Ochieng was born and raised in Kibera, At the age of six, she was raped, and at 16 years old, Ochieng was gang-raped after which her attackers publicly bragged about their crime. Ochieng refers to these personal experiences as examples of the normalized sexual violence against women and highlights the strength of women strength in enduring such crimes. Ochieng states that this obsolete mindset serves as the driving force for her activism. She is an intersectional feminist. Her centre aims to build leadership among young women, serving as a multi-generational organizing and networking platform. Ochieng encourages women to speak their stories and raise awareness to showcase the commonality of these experiences. The centre she runs serves as a support network for vulnerable women, such as those leaving abusive relationships.

Ochieng unsuccessfully vied for a parliamentary seat in the Kibra Constituency on the Ukweli party's ticket

Awards In 2020, Ochieng's contributions in Kibera during the COVID-19 pandemic were recognised when she won the Wangari Maathai Award, making her the first recipient of the award.