PFPFellow | Passionate journalist | social inclusion advocate | behavior change communications professional.
Nairobi, Kenya
Joined July 2020
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Corporate emceeing & moderation is a craft I’m mastering!
@KoinangeJeff @LarryMadowo & @georgiendirangu set the bar high, but add Alan Herbert to the list—we’re levelling up!
Worked with Safaricom, UNICEF & more… So, what’s next? Let’s talk growth & bigger stages!
#dream
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The GDS is the stage for disability inclusion!
But what is it? What are commitments & why do they matter to OPDs?
In this clip, Goldalyn Kakuya explains.
Together, let’s localise the 2025 GDS commitments.
#GDS2025 #DisabilityInclusion @UDPKenya @IDA_CRPD_Forum
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#ICYMI as we continue with #deafawareness month, I not only learned my sign name, I also shared the programme & partnerships that @UKinKenya is using to champion digital inclusion and deliver real impact for persons with disabilities in #Kenya.
#GoFarGoTogether 🇬🇧🇰🇪
In a highly anticipated segment, our host, Videliz, provided a comprehensive sign language lesson for Dr @edwardabarnett the Acting British High Commissioner.
Catch this insightful interview on -
youtu.be/-z1e1cBBl40?si=82R3…
@UKinKenya @KICTANet
#deafawarenessmonth
Thoughts from my morning show on @SignsTvKenya @OgolaFogola
Before we speak, act, or create we think.
The right to think fuels freedom, innovation & growth.
Silencing thought = silencing people.
Protect free thought. Never suspend the right to think.
#FreedomisInTheMind
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In our climate work, the community said:
"We want sun-protective wear that's also fashionable."
Our ED @thealanherbert responded with a design:
Detachable scarf (UV protection)
Removable sleeves
Bold art to raise #Albinism awareness
Next: more colors, smoother sleeve joints!
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Two panels. One message.
At #IAAD2025, persons with albinism flipped the script:
Women tackled beauty, confidence & inclusion.
Men unpacked masculinity, stigma & vulnerability.
Moderated by journalists without albinism - real conversations, raw truths.
#AlbinismMatters.
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On June 13, we joined the world in marking #IAAD2025.
Big thanks to @Ncpwds, @UDPKenya & @BarazaLab.
Grateful to @CaterinaW, @MeshHolykid, & all who showed up to amplify voices of persons with albinism.
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ALT A large and diverse group photo featuring people with and without albinism standing together at Baraza Media Lab. Everyone is smiling and facing the camera in a united and celebratory atmosphere.
ALT Two women engaging in conversation next to a mannequin at an indoor exhibition space. One woman has albinism and is wearing a dark jumpsuit, while the other wears a black T-shirt and holds a phone. The mannequin displays a white t-shirt with portraits of people with albinism and an African print scarf.
ALT A joyful group of young people, including a person with albinism, taking a selfie indoors. They are smiling, posing playfully, and enjoying the moment.
ALT A fun, energetic group of young men with albinism striking playful and dynamic poses in front of a colourful mural depicting an African cityscape.
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How can OPD data shape policy?
Last week we hosted @Open_Institute, @UDPKenya & others to explore this. A key takeaway: @KNBStats tools can help OPDs validate data for national use.
Data is power. It’s how persons with disabilities won’t be left behind.
#DataForInclusion
Fun fact: Watching all these incredible #GDS2025 posts from people I may not have met in person somehow makes them feel so familiar.
Anyway, here’s my recap of what I was up to with the amazing team from @ADDInternational on Day 3 of the summit.
Stay tuned—more updates!
On April 2nd, 2025, the #GlobalDisabilitySummit kicked off in Berlin, hosted by @IDA, the German government, and the Kingdom of Jordan.
With 4000+ participants from across the world, the conversations on disability inclusion are in full swing!
Here’s a glimpse into my day!
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#GDS2025 kicked off with the Civil Society Forum, uniting civil society, disability justice activists & key players.
I was there—here’s a quick recap!
Stay tuned for more & see you tomorrow for Day 2!
#DisabilityJustice #Inclusion
Excited to attend the Global Disability Summit thanks to @ADDInternational!
Let’s connect on fairer OPD funding, climate justice for persons with albinism, and inclusion through sports & digital opportunities.
Let’s make change happen! 💬 #DisabilityJustice #InclusionForAll
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Join @okiki_amayo and other speakers as they discuss "Disability Content Creation for Advocacy." Okiki will be taking about the best practices for creating engaging and shareable disability content. Live on @UDPKenya X platform today from 6pm.
@ZipporahOngera @janetmachuka_
ALT A "Know the speaker" poster of the "Disability Content Creation for Advocacy," event. It has a photo image of Jerry Okiki and his bio which reads, Jerry Okiki is a passionate Intersectional disability rights advocate who uses storytelling to champion inclusion, accessibility, and drive systemic change. Through digital content and community-building, he empower others to share their stories, build personal brands, and create meaningful impact. At the top of the poster are logos of the United Disabled Persons of Kenya, UDPK and EnableMe Kenya
From Malawi to Guyana, OPDs face the same challenge—fairer funding access.
Join us tomorrow for the Fairer Funding Webinar to hear from disability justice activists on navigating these barriers.
Click link to register lnkd.in/dqZcuQ_E
See you there! #FairerFunding
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For a while, I’ve advocated for the social inclusion of persons with albinism. But truth be told, sometimes I just want to be a regular guy—without the stares and whispers everywhere I go.
See you tomorrow for a deeper conversation. #AfricaMediaFestival
Not everyone with albinism wants to be an activist—some just want to live, create & thrive.
Faith Musyoki shall share about her journey of embracing identity beyond advocacy through community, culture & music.
See you tomorrow! Check posters for details.
#AfricaMediaFestival
Being a "small" digital creator is one thing—but being a non-typical creator is another.
Standing out can work for you or against you. The journey is treacherous... Ask me or any non-typical creator—the stories are harrowing.
How do you stay authentic when online criticism tries to silence you?
Sharon Ireri, a creative with albinism who’s faced dehumanizing comments yet continues to share her story. She’ll reveal how she navigates the digital space while staying true to her art.
#AfricaMediaFestival
I've been asked my fair share of wild questions as a person with #albinism, but one stands out:
"Alan, do you consider yourself a person with a disability?"
Can you guess my answer? 🤔
Let’s talk about it at #AfricaMediaFestival2025!
Have you ever wanted to ask unfiltered questions to a person with #albinism but weren’t sure how?
Tracy Ochieng has been there too! Catch her at #AfricaMediaFestival2025 as she shares insights on asking "The Unfiltered Questions" the right way.
#InclusionMatters
As persons with albinism continue to face unprecedented dehumanizing comments on social media, this conversation couldn't be more timely. See you at the Kenya Museums!
We’re at #AfricaMediaFestival2025! Join our workshop "Can You See/Hear Us?" on using podcasting & social media to amplify voices & debunk myths about albinism.
Let’s reshape digital narratives!
Check posters for more details.
#InclusionMatters #PodcastingForChange
Uncertainty has never felt so certain.
Small OPD leaders (teams of 3-5, struggling with funding, or on short-term grants)—how are you holding up? Exploring new ways, or is there really a “new way”?
Let’s talk. Don’t shy away!
#OPDLeadership #FundingChallenges
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📣 Calling all passionate mentors with albinism!
Join Black Albinism's Inclusive Mentorship Program and empower youth with albinism to achieve their dreams.
✅ 1-hour monthly calls
✅ Training & curriculum provided
📅 Feb–Dec 2025
Apply today 👉docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
