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Kenya Association of Women in Tourism

Championing women’s leadership, opportunities, and impact in Kenya’s tourism industry. 

About us

Founded to create equal opportunities for women in the tourism sector, the Kenya Association of Women in Tourism (KAWT) connects passionate professionals across hospitality, travel, tour operations, conservation, and more, building a powerful network to uplift and empower women.

Everything we do is designed to support women’s engagement, employment, and active participation in Kenya’s tourism industry. Together, we rise to break barriers, open doors, and create a thriving future for women in tourism.

KAWT envisions a tourism industry where women lead, inspire, and shape its future, partnering with local and national stakeholders to expand opportunities and drive positive change across the sector.

Our Impact

Today, women across Kenya’s tourism sector are discovering new opportunities—gaining skills, leadership roles, and access to networks that help them thrive. Through our partnerships and programs, we’ve created pathways for empowerment, economic growth, and sustainable industry development.

+500 women empowered nationwide.

+500 women empowered nationwide.

+50k trees planted across Kenya.

+50k trees planted across Kenya.

+10 county chapters established nationwide.

+10 county chapters established nationwide.

Our Impact

Our Core Values

Guiding every step we take, these principles shape our mission to uplift and empower women in Kenya’s tourism industry.

We embrace diversity and ensure that all women have equal opportunities to participate and grow in the tourism sector. 

Inclusivity

We embrace diversity and ensure that all women have equal opportunities to participate and grow in the tourism sector. 
We strive for the highest standards in all our activities, programs, and services to our members and the community.

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in all our activities, programs, and services to our members and the community.
We encourage creative thinking and innovative approaches to address challenges in the tourism industry

Innovation

We encourage creative thinking and innovative approaches to address challenges in the tourism industry
We are committed to promoting sustainable tourism practices that benefit communities and preserve the environment.

Sustainability

We are committed to promoting sustainable tourism practices that benefit communities and preserve the environment.
We value collaborative relationships with stakeholders to create greater impact and sustainable solutions in the tourism industry.

Partnerships

We value collaborative relationships with stakeholders to create greater impact and sustainable solutions in the tourism industry.

Core Values

Projects through People

Working hand-in-hand to make a better world for our future generations to come, from one person to another.

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Our Partners

Our Partners in making the world a better place.

KWS
IPWR
KICC
MTW
TRA
KEPSA
KUC
GTTP
SU
KCB
KAA
WRTI
AIHT
IHTI