Baseline Insights on Socio-Emotional Well-Being, Gender Equity, and Teaching Practices in Kenya’s ASAL Contexts

This brief presents baseline findings from the Nia Adaptation Project in Turkana and Garissa, capturing perspectives from teachers, school leaders, and education stakeholders on socio-emotional well-being (SEW), trauma, and gender equity. It highlights key insights on knowledge, attitudes, and classroom practices, showing strong awareness but inconsistent implementation.

The brief identifies critical gaps in tools, consistency, and parental engagement, emphasizing the need for stronger systems and support to translate awareness into sustained inclusive and gender-responsive teaching practices.