We at Flone Initiative are a women-led organization committed to transforming public transportation systems in Africa, making them safer, more inclusive, and accessible for women, youth, persons with disabilities, children, and other vulnerable groups.
Our Causes
Programs creating an impact for women in our community
Gender Equity, Inclusion And Movement Building
Programs
- Women in Transport
- Moving Barriers Program
- Usalama Wa Uma
Pillar Goals:
- To strengthen the capacity of Public Transport Organisations and government agencies to mainstream gender across board
- To improve the visibility of women’s contribution and engagement in the public transport system
- To promote Women in Transport economic empowerment and livelihoods
- To strengthen Public Transport organizations’ capacity to advocate for inclusion in public transport
Research And Knowledge Generation
To conduct research and generate new evidence to bridge the data gap between public transport service providers, policy and users.
Pillar Goals:
- Conduct social and applied research on public transport in Kenya and the region
- Promote implementation of research recommendations
- Effective dissemination of research activities
- Build organizational capacity to carry out research
NB: Guidebooks, Case Studies, Baseline Surveys, Safety Audits,
Advocacy And Social Accountability
To Advocate For A Just Public Transport System
Programs
- Report It Stop it
- Women and Transport Africa Conference
- Policies
Pillar Goals:
- To bridge information gap between users, service providers and policy makers
- To advocate for adoption of policy, standards and guidelines on a just public transport system
- To promote incorporation of climate change-responsive public transport system
Organizational Growth And Sustainability
To Strengthen The Institutional Capacities And Sustainability
Pillar Goals:
- To increase the effectiveness of the Boards to provide strategic leadership and policy direction
- To improve service delivery and ensure high-quality internal processes
- Strengthening leadership, management and operational capacities of staff.
- Increased capability for additional resource mobilization and improved management of financial and human resources
- Efficient utilization of financial resources and accountability
Groups We Work With
We're driven to stand in the gap for women in the transport sector
Women Commuters
Promoting the safety of female passengers in public transport.
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Women Professionals
Supporting female professionals in the transport sector through scholarships and training.
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Persons With Disabilities
Advocating for persons with disability throughout the transport industry and creating equity.
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Our Programs
The following are our programs
Research
Women & Transport Africa Conference
Women In Transport
Report It Stop It
Usalama wa Umma Program
Get Involved
See various ways you can support our causes
Join us in reshaping the landscape of public transportation across Africa. Our mission is to not only enhance convenience but also prioritize safety for all, with a particular focus on the needs of women commuters, professionals, and individuals with disabilities. Together, let’s forge a path toward inclusive and accessible transit systems that empower every member of our communities.