The Land of No Men_ Inside Kenya's Women-Only Village

The women-only village in Kenya is called Umoja, which means "unity" in Swahili. The village was founded in 1990 by a group of women who were survivors of gender-based violence, including rape and female genital mutilation. Umoja is located in the grasslands of Samburu County, in northern Kenya.

The village was created as a safe haven for women who had experienced abuse and gender-based violence, and as a way to empower women and promote gender equality. Men are not allowed to live in the village, but they are allowed to visit during the day.

In Umoja, women run their own businesses, including a beadwork workshop and a cultural center where tourists can learn about Samburu culture. The village also provides education and healthcare services for women and their children.

Umoja has faced some challenges and criticisms, including opposition from some men in the surrounding communities who see the village as a threat to traditional gender roles. However, the women of Umoja have persisted in their efforts to create a safe and supportive community for themselves and their families.