A Kenyan village where men are banned | DW Documentary

Kenya is a traditionally patriarchal land. With one exception: Right in the heart of the country lies the village of Umoja. Here, women are in charge.
Men have no access to Umoja. The village, which is located in Samburu County, is an oasis for women. Umoja means "connectedness" in Swahili; most of the 50 or so women living here are experiencing this feeling for the first time in their lives. They founded their village because they were abused by men. They fled from forced marriage or genital mutilation. They no longer wanted to accept that being a woman among the Samburu means having no choice.
Because here, the man rules over the family. He owns the land, he eats first, he is allowed to marry several women and beat them. Rebecca Lolosoli was fed up with all this. She founded Umoja in 1990 with Jane Leng'ope. At the time, the two did not know whether they would survive on their own. Today, the village is a functioning cooperative. The women's pride and joy is the Umoja school. Their greatest hope is the next generation: the children learn about their rights and that respect and solidarity are the most valuable social assets. Every year, Umoja also enables a handful of girls from outside the village to attend school. It's a barter deal: the child receives free lessons and food. In return, the father undertakes not to marry his daughter off early or to circumcise her. Both are officially forbidden in Kenya but are still practiced among the Samburu. Six-year-old Samella is to get the last spot in the school. But will her father agree to the conditions?
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[@nailadee]

The young boys raised in this village will go on to change how men treat women because they see and will learn to respect the woman in their life.

[@kayleechilders1537]

How long are the boy children allowed to stay. If there are no men allowed, how old is a boy child before he's considered a man?

[@LegendoftheGalacticHero]

@@kayleechilders1537there might be a difference between outsiders and people raised by them

[@dee4174]

They just said "come of age", I wonder how old yhat is too.

[@TheLisa-Al-Gaib]

I bet that the boys who come out of this village would be greatly desired as potential husbands!

[@wigsbys]

18 years old ​@@kayleechilders1537

[@Itgyrl909]

It’s a sad reality when women have to separate themselves from men in order to protect themselves and their children.

[@mikecom]

Very sad

[@bugazi3037]

Blame Christianity ✝️ and alcohol

[@TheMETHODOLOGY]

Idk how the next generation is possible without men and what if they get male children's,would they expel male child's out of their village ???..

[@jonigeetobe]

@@bugazi3037how about we just blame men.

[@sarkie3927]

@@bugazi3037always blaming others for things men are guilty of instead of taking responsibility

[@alenberson1440]

Some men comments prove that misogyny never going to end never going to accept women sufferings.

[@SifuFreeGamer1417]

Because it's an imagine suffering.

[@user90725]

Meaning?

[@hisstoryjesus]

Jesus is the answer. When men or women fail us, our Creator is there to lift us up, teaching us how to love not only friends but foes. Love conquers all.

[@SifuFreeGamer1417]

@@hisstoryjesus that's the problem people praying to Jesus.

[@Amanita._.Verosa._.]

​@@SifuFreeGamer1417 Yes, the menn imagine menn are suffering all the time and ignore everyone else then whine about the unaIive chart.

[@pamelaleannefreeland9025]

This is absolutely incredible! Protecting children from general mutilation and child marriage, protecting battered women, giving women property, self worth, confidence! What incredible women these are, especially the founders. I can’t imagine what they went through back then to give life to this fantastic refuge. Absolutely incredible! 💜💜💜💜💜

[@RuthEdelstein]

Who are you to say their way of life is interior? Let them terrorize each other. It's none of our business.

[@kingsmas8340]

@@RuthEdelstein what.

[@msimons7440]

@@RuthEdelstein You don't make sense.

[@TakenTook]

Women have recognized how dangerous men can be long before the "4B" movement became popular. People ask why I still haven't remarried over a decade since my divorce, and it's because I don't feel the need to tie myself legally and financially to a man ever again. A boyfriend who becomes abusive is much easier to escape than a husband who becomes abusive.

[@hetedeleambacht6608]

right so. Reason enough for my part to get rid of all the marriage business. You find a partner for life? Splendid. You dont? No harm done either.

[@nosiphohlatswayo7213]

Never Again!

[@Nikotastik]

I hope these ladies know how much women around the world admire them!

[@NikhilPodlejski]

Umoja Village of Kenya 🇰🇪 was founded in 1990 by Rebecca Lolosoli as a sanctuary for women fleeing gender-based violence, including domestic abuse, female genital mutilation (FGM), and forced marriages. It is located in the Samburu County of northern Kenya.

[@namastenamaste7228]

It is important to note that young girls are forced into those arranged marriages. A real tragedy 😢 💔

[@stevenbotwin]

Except it’s not “gender”, it’s sex based

[@UbuntuNamuhla]

Do they take volunteers? I'd be happy to go do hard labour and help them build. Such beautiful souls. ❤

[@mikecom]

​@UbuntuNamuhla yes they do

[@ForeverYoung-qz2if]

Great initiative. . That being said in today's times such attrocities should not even exist. The world over predominantly women are still subjected to all kinds of violence. In some cultures worse than other. TRUTH BE TOLD IF GOVERNMENTS WERE SERIOUS ABOUT THIS ISSUE IT COULD HAVE BEEN ROOTED OUT AGES AGO. DRASTIC EDUCATING THROUGH ALL AVAILABLE MEDIUMS AND THE APPLICATION OF SEVERE PUNISHMENTS AGAINST PERPETRATORS .

[@Maymuna134]

Children deserve to see their mothers smiling. It's sad that a lot of men don't consider how important this is.

[@cacampbell3654]

I think some men feel too threatened by happy women to be able to recognize the importance. 😞Feeling threatened blinds them to the needs of their children, their community, their wives. When you feel insecure, vulnerable, threatened, as a man, it is hard to think about anyone’s needs but your own.

[@melsutubeification]

🎯🎯🎯

[@TheAwesomes2104]

​@@USER06584Bthis idea always makes me think of that scene where Rick is telling the tiny robot his purpose is to serve him butter. Screw anyone who thinks they get to go around telling others what their purpose is. Some act like their purpose isn't to cause pain and misery, your purpose is what you make it. If women were solely meant to have children and raise them, there would be no infertile women, and there would be no bad mothers. Reality shows us this simply can't be true, as there are plenty of both.

[@elenal2012]

A lot of men forget they were born by a woman, THEIR mother.

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

@@cacampbell3654 how could happy women comes across as threatening to men????

[@user-nh3rf2ff6c]

My cousin, sister died in 2022. Because, she went back to an abusive marriage which eventually led to her untimely death. She passed, away leaving three little kids who are now without a mother's love and healing. She was in her mid 30's when she died. I miss her so much. I wish, she left the marriage and stayed alive for those who love her. Rest in power Victoria. I pray the Universe gives you justice.

[@toecutterjones]

"We've always done everything anyway." Exactly. These women are incredible.

[@smeastwest]

I live with my mother after many years of living with men who have big needs. I have never had such a peaceful life before. We always talk about how lucky we feel. I love that these women are finding freedom to be themselves and to support each other.

[@DolphineAchonga-gn6kn]

I recognize the seriousness of this documentary, but allow me to complement the incredible ornaments and beads worn by the women. They look so beautiful. Back to the subject. I'm touched by the women's generosity in supporting and protecting each other. Their determination to educate and rescue the younger girls in the community from painful experiences like female circumscion and domestic abuse is admirable.

[@martharinebiseko1457]

Love...love....the jewellery

[@lorrilewis2178]

Can't help but notice the beautiful clothes and jewelry!

[@ediefolta9494]

It's wonderful to see women dressing and adorning themselves for themselves and not for men.❤

[@heeroconnects]

I'm a Father of Two Daughters. I can never allow any other man to harm a women or a kid in my presence. Some men lack morality and respect towards women. I'm glad these Mothers are safe where they stay yet their background is heart breaking. I mean these women deserve to be loved and protected.

[@dorydiavelone3531]

So wonderful to read your thoughts !!

[@char2304]

❤

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Hear, hear.

[@hetedeleambacht6608]

the best protection for a women is to be able to protect herself

[@nosiphohlatswayo7213]

Most Men!!

[@shannonfbc1]

We need communities like this to exist everywhere such a brilliant idea

[@USER06584B]

they do, they are those sheltered beds for victims of domestic abuse. but these are temporary solutions. we need more choice and protections and checks against abuse. and we need solutions that get to the core of the problem, shelters are emergency solutions, they arent built to satisfy all the needs and aspirations of people.

[@broomrider4699]

These sorts of communities shouldn’t have to exist. But you are right, unfortunately there is a need.

[@magsbayou]

There are a group of older women who purchased a house and renovated to support communal living for when they become a widow or divorced. It seems there are pockets of these ideas creeping out and the 4B movement just took it another level of basically choosing to be single and celibate.

[@jenk4545]

​@@USER06584BNo, not just temporary emergency shelters. We need communities of women living together everywhere.

[@DeeDeex007o]

AMEN!

[@michellelongoria3929]

I think it’s also wonderful that the boys being raised in this community of women will grow up learning to respect them..and no longer be raised to treat them as property❤️ Made me giggle when the women threw shade at the men constantly sitting in the shade while they did all the work..lol..they have truly earned their independence ☺️

[@psychedelicbaby5503]

I felt so happy watching theses womans stand up for themselves and contribute to their communities, and as a future teacher my heart was full of joy when the little girl went to school. I realize I can literally change someone's life as an educator.

[@mandyharrison3799]

Noone should suffer physical or sexual abuse. What amazing strong courageous women. I admire their spirit. I hope they prosper and continue to be safe in their community. Never underestimate women. We are warriors!❤❤❤

[@teresafincher3413]

I'm glad these ladies have this place. They are teaching their children it's not okay to abuse others.

[@hadassahwanjiku9106]

Im Kenyan and i find This very inspiring especially in a time where women are standing up for what they trully believe in and finally having a voice of their own. Whoever said women cannot stay in peace among each other was very wrong and should see a real depiction of women coming together an uniting for a common greater good. Aint this just amazing??😍❤❤❤

[@shannonfbc1]

It really is amazing. These women are just incredible

[@mashobane6177]

Women abuse is at the highest level in Africa. I am happy for these Kenyan women, they are safe and peaceful.Thousands are raped, killed in different parts of the continent with no help. 😢

[@antoniobabb1938]

Sad but true I hope they feel okay

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

Great! This is where you call on feminists in the West to come fight for a cause since there's nothing in the West to fight for. This is a cause to fight for. Sister solidarity!

[@ruthperez2159]

Hart breaking 💔

[@michaelheery6303]

​@@haddingtoniangcp2464 FMG AFRICANS WOMEN WE HEARD.

[@user-nv1wi3wl1w]

So happy for these women they created a safe place for them to live in peace from abuse from men.God please bless,guide and watch over them🙏

[@TheLovelyTraveler]

I wish DW would post donation links for such stories. I would love to support theses courageous and kind women.

[@nadinetchaho2618]

My Sister dies of domestic abuse. The word “domestic abuse was not in our vocabulary. We normalised abuse. And others said in my village that we have to accept our condition because Men are born to kill. A woman say they are just like that. So deal with it: meaning die😢 I said I don’t want to be killed. And left the village. And see that the other part of the world has evolved in protecting women right of choosing life instead of death 💀

[@congoknight13]

We need cities of refuge for women worldwide. The rates of males unaliving women are increasing and so many women are genuinely afraid. I hope my sisters find safety and peace. 4B worldwide

[@bennygati324]

THAT'S IS AN EXCELLENT IDEA FOR THE WOMEN WHO ARE CONSTANTLY ABUSED.WISHING MUCH SUCCESS TO THIS PROTECTIVE VILLAGE. 🎉

[@khaedundou2942]

Think a little bit harder. You need to stop abuse. Not seclusion

[@ErezElene]

​@@khaedundou2942Unfortunately, it's impossible to end abuse, especially in 3rd world countries.

[@DWDocumentary]

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[@Sue_Anthony]

@@khaedundou2942 Thats why there is the education program so those who attend school know their rights

[@teresafincher3413]

​@@DWDocumentarythank you. I wish I could help all women in this situation. Domestic violence is a very real problem. It's a lot worse in other countries. India also practices genital mutilation.

[@amysnews6808]

So, it's like a huge domestic violence shelter turned into a village. That's nice. The women are able to continue their lives without fear and with the support of a community. It'd be nice if they did something similar in Western countries, where instead of just a small shelter they turned say an entire apartment complex into a DV community. A place where women could get free or discounted apartments until they're able to get on their feet and find a safe place to live, where they could have security and community. Great idea!

[@bmorg5190]

Are the females going to stop the men? I think not 😂

[@Alaskan-Armadillo]

Wouldn't that fall under the umbrella of what would be offered if there were public housing?

[@marilynmitchell2712]

Girls are sold in Southeast Asia, too, by their poor families.

[@amysnews6808]

@@Alaskan-Armadillo No, public housing is usually available to both sexes and men are certainly not prevented from entering. An apartment complex set up strictly for DV victims would be open to women and children in danger only, no men would be allowed on the property and there could be security to make sure those rules were enforced. It wouldn't even be open to low income women, only victims of DV.

[@amysnews6808]

@@bmorg5190 Thus why I said they could have security. They could have it gated off and have armed security at the gate and entrances as well as patroling the property.

[@donahunt832]

what is WRONG with men??? this is a WORLDWIDE problem!! ☹️

[@preparetomeetsatan]

😔yeah I’m halfway across the world and it’s just as bad in the U.S and latin America

[@Amanita._.Verosa._.]

Zero accountabiIity.

[@user-bs7wv2hn6q]

Men, narcissists?99 percent

[@lorrilewis2178]

I've been asking this question for years.

[@carolharris2401]

Dont forget, some of them dont just want to control their wives they also want to control all women

[@chihauhaun]

Wow.. this is just amazing. I hardly have words for the emotions this makes me feel. These might be some of the strongest women I've ever seen. Bless them

[@christineazmi5111]

I love this!!! I wish that more women around the world would take the initiative to take their power back! What courage!!! You go ladies! 👏🙋‍♀️

[@TheAnthoula14]

This was so moving. The human drive to survive and thrive is truly beautiful.

[@pietrojenkins6901]

But isn't the whole idea inherently sexist

[@kadejamckinzie3]

@@pietrojenkins6901How so?

[@shatzy2688]

​@@pietrojenkins6901 sexism is when a gender is stereotyped, prejudiced, abused and most importantly discriminated BECAUSE of their gender. These women have been the RECIPIENTS of sexism to the point they HAD to take such a drastic step as to segregate themselves in order to be SAFE. It is NOT about discriminating men or hating men, it is about self preservation. Learn to comprehend the nature of the documentary and not just pick points that serve your own interests. It's important to use logic, think critically and consider the whole picture to see the nuances before just making a baseless point that leads to no where.

[@msimons7440]

@@pietrojenkins6901 This whole idea is BECAUSE of sexism: Men thinking they have an inherent right to control/bully/misuse women.

[@RickmolCo]

The little girl looked happy and excited when she got at the school.👨🏽‍🦲😻 Those kids deserve a better life quality within their own land.

[@Lodungu]

Am from Samburu and it's my first time hearing about this Umoja village, great women indeed, Kudos.

[@ChooseU4ever]

Im in south Africa and have known about this village for 5 years… lol.. the irony

[@Lodungu]

@@ChooseU4ever good for you

[@Swale.h]

​@@LodunguAnd yet you know almost everything that happens in America! Also from Samburu

[@Lodungu]

@@Swale.h The power of media I guess.

[@cacampbell3654]

You are such a good example of how information is power! Cutting people off from information can help to keep them less powerful, helps to keep those with information more powerful.

[@jillianmartin6335]

What an amazing group of women. How strong and caring. It is amazing what they have achieved. May god bless them all

[@alvinaelliott8722]

God with a capital G!

[@Ro.Mother-of-Pearl]

I'm happy that the women's male children are allowed to stay with their moms in the village. These boys will grow up knowing the strength and value of women. The boys learn women and girls are not property but equals.

[@nadinetchaho2618]

This is a new reform. Absolutely wonderful. You have to break a wrong foundation to lay a good one. A new generation will arise with the right set of values. Love, kindness, compassion, patience, endurance, with all the fruits of the spirit. When its deadly you don’t compromise. You take drastic measure. These women have died to flesh to breadth a life of glory. This is a legacy. How wonderful to be alive and see this. It gives me real hope. Men will become good Men Revelation 12:11 They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death. Glory

[@Lordreinerwolf]

I wish there were more safe places like these around the world 🌎 to protect us ( as well as children)from violence.

[@husseinmahamed4154]

Women are source of life they should not be abused 😭😭 but congratulation to the founder big❤❤

[@nanetointoirr1454]

Rebecca is an incredible woman! she is passionate and humble. She conquered a lot and we appreciate her work! She represents our community too in various leadership positions.

[@katherinekinnaird4408]

Praying for this city of refuge to continue and for these women and their children to thrive.God is so good

[@KailuaChick]

Not sure what religion has to do with it

[@ThundermansThunder]

@@KailuaChick God created everything that exists, so He is relevant to everything.

[@TheAwesomes2104]

​@@ThundermansThunderwhich god?

[@ThundermansThunder]

@@TheAwesomes2104 There is only one true God, the great I AM, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Any others are false gods.

[@lucyquinton276]

@@ThundermansThunder😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@karmag4244]

What an excellent documentary! I’m almost jealous that they get to live husband free! 😂 No abuse, neglect, arguments, working for nothing, being treated like property, in fear of being abandoned once children are born, etc, etc. I love this for them.❤

[@christ_ministries]

The first day of school for the little girl is so special, may God be with her. Thank God to her father, agreeing to have her be educated.

[@lisabalizan2145]

I love that they dress as the queens that they truly are. Beautiful 😍

[@Sue_Anthony]

I tried to donate but donations are blocked, tried to buy beaded jewellery but all sold out. Its wonderful that these traumatised women are working to fight back against the social and cultural values that cause such violence towards girls and women, that they do this through eduction and independence is inspiring.

[@Estherbethe1...]

I wonder if the school could receive donations?

[@mikecom]

They do receive donations. Beaded jewellery is sold on the street. It's so available

[@carolcare4072]

I want to donate too

[@happyd1479]

How can you donate to support these women

[@taylor3950]

I reached out to the site owner about the donation link, hopefully it can be fixed soon

[@danielngove]

You doing what Kenyan media cant do....until they get paid to air this... beautiful and good credits to you

[@happinesswatts]

America needs a village like that

[@nygrl6102]

One in every state!

[@nygrl6102]

One in every state!

[@lorrilewis2178]

The problem of violent men is why we have women's shelters. However, yes, women should live together more. Imagine the peace.

[@carolharris2401]

​@@lorrilewis2178But unfortunately many women are not safe in shelters

[@kieragreywolf546]

It was an amazing relief that not only did the father agree, but he showed real concern about the health of the girls being circumcised and wanted his daughter to get an education because he never even had the chance. I'm very hopeful for that little girl and I'm proud her father didn't cave to the pressure of the other men in the village (hoping it stays that way and he keeps to the contract). Perhaps she will be the cornerstone in changing the future for all the girls in her village and one day the women and men there can co-exist peacefully. Change can only truly start once the men of their people start really looking at themselves, their behavior, and what it does to women in their lives. Be the change, papa.

[@modernwonder]

agree 100% and this applies to the men of all peoples, everywhere

[@taylor3950]

What wonderful women. I’d also like to recognize Samella’s father for being willing to break with tradition and risk criticism to help his daughter.

[@DeKKH]

One million blessings to these women 🌹 They are ahead of most people and places. Maybe no glamour or wealth and all the junk, but they are rich with happiness and freedom. ❤️

[@Truthseeker371]

At last the women liberation movement has been started by the local women concerned in Kenya. No outside instigation. These women will change the society.

[@unexpectedvixen5685]

I can't remember watching a documentary that made me smile so much and cry lol. I'm so proud of these incredible women! They took charge of their own life and are thriving! On top of that they all look so beautiful and colorful with that amazing bead work, they're very talented! That father agreeing to not have his daughter cut because he's heard it's bad and he doesn't want her to suffer, but to learn and thrive made me cry so bad.

[@Lebo-Aaliyah]

Such Incredible Women. So Proud To Be An African Woman.

[@ibrahimhalilarslan5039]

These women will make change the future of all women in Kenya.

[@c0ttage]

4b everywhere

[@zelik654]

This is one of the most beautiful documentaries I have seen for a long time. Wow 👏🏼🥰 LOVE AND PRAYERS TO THESE WONDERFUL LADIES!!!

[@DWDocumentary]

Thanks for watching and for the feedback!

[@monicakent6287]

This is amazing! There should be multiple cities like this all over the continent.

[@bjbobbijo5066]

I dont understand their culture's obsession with mutilating a girl's private parts. There is no medical need for it, especially not for every girl. I realize that it is an islamic thing, but the unnecessary cruelty of it is so horrible. I am so glad that this village for the women and children exists. I wish more of those villages existed around those types of places. Blessings to those ladies. Im glad that they protect the females from being cut "down there".

[@CraftyMoonshine]

I mean a lot of western countries had the same obsession with boys. Thankfully that’s changing now

[@thismissivemisfit]

It's not an Islamic thing either. True Islamic teachings forbid any cultural practices that are harmful to the body, mind and spirit, such as smoking, using drugs, etc. This includes FGM, unless it is an emergency medical necessity.

[@shannonfbc1]

Good father signing that contract he really does want what is best for his daughter 😊

[@dakotac180]

This just proves that black women EVERYWHERE need to be protected. These ladies are doing it for themselves. It truly takes a village to heal. Rebecca is a queen!

[@laurenthepisces]

Yup! We need to build a place like this in the USA

[@allnamesaretaken]

@@laurenthepisces Why don't you all band together, buy land and build your own building like these women in the documentary rather than saying you need a place like this in the USA? Ill await your excuses as to why not.

[@thenation2093]

@@allnamesaretakenWhat are you talking about?

[@ICONICPARIS]

​@@allnamesaretakenknock it off

[@allnamesaretaken]

@@ICONICPARIS No. You are no ones boss. People need to stop complaining and begin doing. If those in impoverished countries can do it, no reason those in wealthy countries cant. They need to stop being lazy.

[@drosera8943]

I am happy for them from the bottom of my heart. They are so strong and inspiring.

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

A tad hypocritical, though. Hate men with a passion but still go buy a goat from one 😂😂😂

[@ladybug3380]

@@haddingtoniangcp2464 they have to eat. Only men can sell goats for now.

[@JacklineKendi-tr4kx]

@@haddingtoniangcp2464 They hate the men for the abuse they have put them through... not the goat

[@tatianadaniel3569]

​@@haddingtoniangcp2464 yall always prove exactly why we'd pick the bear.

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

@@tatianadaniel3569 you picked the bear because men civilised the world enough for you to sit in a man built house, holding a man built device and talking like you feel like on a man built Internet, knowing how protected you are from a bear.

[@Itgyrl909]

The way those men (young & old) behaved when the women were only trying to buy goats from them is despicable.

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

Because these women claim to hate men and yet want to buy from them. Go rear your own livestock then. If I hate you that much, I want nothing from you much less support your business. Js

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

They have every right to. If you got a problem with men, rear your own livestock,don't you think? Only women will go put money in the hands of men They despise.

[@user-ow5bq9fv3n]

It's nice see there are women in Africa who can wake and wise up above custom and tradition and know that they are also worth as women and not being taken advantage of by these custom and traditions men see as a way to take advantage of by men tproud these women know worth.

[@lovelysosweet8386]

We don’t even have this in America Amazing strong women ❤ sadly this shows the true nature of men!

[@tatianadaniel3569]

We have it, but we're continually bullied and marginalized by men for building up. Hence the hate men have for successful women.

[@ashleyclinton3485]

We have good men too❤ we need to raise our precious little boys to be gentle and protective. Christ showed what a true man is like. Not a warring king as the ppl of that time expected, but a gentle and great man, one that put children first and sent the Samaritan woman out to teach her whole nation of the truth of God. Mary was the first to witness the resurrection of Christ even when a woman’s witness at that time was counted for naught. Our Heavenly Mother is great indeed and sent her son to show us a man’s true potential. Both our Father and Mother in heaven are gentle and great, this life is so short for us to choose what we will, how much they want all of their children to repent and return to them.

[@sminno]

THIS!!!!! ALL OF IT!!!!! Women understand community, sisterhood, teamwork. This village shows what happens when women can thrive!!! The fact that women have to run to stay alive and have peace the world over is scary AF!!!!!! This reminds me of a article about a village that had trucks that delivered food and other goods. First all the men in the village would get the goods and by a 2 or 3 weeks in would be out of everything until the truck came back. Next truck visit the delivery drivers said women only this time and the WOMEN made the goods LAST UNTIL THE NEXT TRUCK DAY!!!!

[@aostrosky]

I cant take my eyes off all the breathtaking bead work...

[@user-wt6co4ot3i]

Touching lives, one at a time! God richly bless people like Rebecca.

[@emmafulufhelondou7013]

Our African leaders are failing african woman. Its so sad to hear what this womans had to went through and not protected. May God bless them to raise their children to become something in life.

[@jorgel.4406]

That mother standing proudly because her little daughter is going to school brought tears to my eyes.

[@cherilynne1946]

What an inspirational story! Incredibly smart, determined women. Viona is a beautiful little ray of sunlight. I would love to see her go to university and become whatever she wants to be.

[@BappyTheDrifter]

Thanks DW to show us such unseen part of the world.

[@DWDocumentary]

Thank you for watching!

[@user-vq1pt7yw9l]

@@DWDocumentary stop spreading propaganda

[@KEINDIGITALMEDIA]

This documentary is incredibly informative and eye-opening. It challenged my perception of patriarchy in traditional societies. The story of this woman is unforgettable, and it truly highlights the power of unity. Umoja! Absolutely! Huge kudos to the production team. Every shot was meticulously crafted to tell a story, and the narration was so human-centric, it felt incredibly immersive. I was completely drawn into the narrative.

[@thelonewolf848]

Awed by this very greatly made documentary. ❤ sounds like a common sentiment for women worldwide.

[@kmanyrivers]

I really do not care for the click bait title of this piece but it was so well done and the women and children of Umoja's story is incredible.

[@afunlivelylife]

My eyes are teary watching this. We take so much for granted.

[@shenelle921]

This is beautiful and peaceful no men no stress just happiness 😊

[@nadinetchaho2618]

I can’t believe how poisonous ☠️ they have became for the soul. These women are crowned with victory ✌️

[@jeanettetuhi7973]

I think this is brilliant where ever women are safe people thrive...how can we support these women?

[@user-dz8pr9kz3w]

This hurt so deep. I will keep my Kenyan sister's in prayers. I hope to visit your village and meet you all.

[@CJ-xg6ii]

Love their initiative to build a better life for themselves; realize their worth; protect and educate their children; and forward the message that change is possible and already in effect.♥️♥️

[@kandieeunice8452]

This documentary warms my heart.. I too come from baringo County..but was privileged to get education but on the weekends my work with my brothers was to take care of cattle ..now am doing my masters in Belgium I hope to give back to my community someday .

[@ItsAuntNiNi]

having seen the documentaries when they started this to see it now is heartwarming!

[@seagirlaquarius]

Great documentary would be wonderful to know the personal stories of how the founders of the village made it there and how the constructed the village.

[@jum4771]

There are so many documentaries done before uploaded on u tube some are verry detailed

[@MariePriss]

It’s so sad they have to do this in order to be safe, but at the same time it’s so beautiful.

[@cosalidra759]

Business idea : They should open their village out for women tourists ( only ) interested in living their lifestyle for a limited period of time.

[@rauxhyde2614]

This is really XLNT!! Thank you so much!!🙏🔥❤️

[@tiabfree7254]

These women are true heroes.

[@Olaiserriomunyak1059]

It's sad that, in 2024, we still have that kind of men who fight their wifes.😢

[@selaboy]

This is just amazing thanks DW 😊Watching from Oman 🇴🇲👏

[@ShamilleMessenger]

It gladdens my heart to see women taking back their power and women supporting women❤. I have a feeling that if this were a world wide thing, men will learn to respect women. Remember, it is a woman who gave birth to you! If only women in toxic relationships know their power.

[@Jill_MA]

Paradise Island (Themyscira)!! So proud of these women!

[@Aquariustime]

Such a beautiful doc of beautiful, brave and strong woman 💜

[@kagisomolete5217]

This is such amazing work. I am so proud of what you are doing.

[@ICONICPARIS]

This is amazing!! Seeing how others in world live is so wonderful

[@ingreedralph1521]

I am touched by this woman hats off to YOU ❤❤❤ you have to voice 🗣 💫

[@l3zfrancais]

Bless these women and their children. Would love to contribute to developing more of these villages, especially here in the US if possible.

[@siyandankundla-mgudlwa1888]

Thank you for educating us. This is so informative.

[@DWDocumentary]

Thank you for watching! Be sure to check out our channel for more content. :)

[@bertieboo]

This is heartbreakingly wonderful x

[@connectingthedots100]

Aw 🥺 such a nice documentary ❤

[@BlessingGlow-777]

So informative and interesting!

[@PollyAlice2000]

Peace be with all of this community. Sending good wishes from Northern California.

[@bubajabang2555]

HEAVY! What a discovery. Huge thanks

[@ridhima_sinngh]

Best thing I've seen in a while.❤

[@cynthialangley7338]

Beautiful! Thank You! We need villages like this in the U.S.

[@namastenamaste7228]

Everywhere in the world!

[@neommutle8033]

😂😂😂❤❤❤ Sadly everywhere on earth

[@user-hw8lm7iq1i]

IN THE US YOU HAVE THE MORMON VILLAGES.. MORMONISM 😂😂

[@miaomiaou_]

@@user-hw8lm7iq1i what do the Mormons have to do with this lol? They have plenty of men there

[@josephmurimi8057]

Welcome to magical kenya

[@MariaFletcher-bf5pk]

I respect and admire these ladies for what their doing and taking charge of their own destiny and give children a education. this was a great documentary. 👍❤️❤️

[@Sirius263]

Excellent 👌 I love this documentary; its girl power at its very best! I lived in Kenya with a Masai warrior and learned the customs and dancing. I dressed exactly as the Masai women dressed and travelled with the Warrior posing with him for tourists wanting photos of us. The beaded attire became my regalia and I embraced the Masai life as they all embraced me. I was so happy. But then I was told I must have a baby and that was a challenge I wouldn't endure. The rest is history. But I will always have a place in my heart, and fond memories of Kenya, my warrior and all of the Masai.

[@DWDocumentary]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences.

[@ceregirl5852]

I believe I saw a documentary about you.

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

So when it came to bringing forth life,you tapped out? Interesting!

[@Sirius263]

@@ceregirl5852 Hello, I know that since I had the experiences in Kenya many moons ago, a number of women have had similar experiences. I haven't done a documentary, but I am writing 4 screenplays that will include this passage and how it came about; and many other life experiences. 😊

[@Sirius263]

@@haddingtoniangcp2464 Yes, unusual for a woman, it's often men who avoid that. 😉 Us women have the right to choose, this documentary highlights that more than ever.

[@TakenTook]

If they have a grassy area nearby to let livestock graze, the next step for these women should be breeding goats themselves, so they will not need to bargain with the men who won't give them a fair price.