In the press

Freely in Hope equips survivors and advocates to lead in ending the cycle of sexual violence through holistic education, leadership development, and storytelling platforms. Operating in Kenya and Zambia, Freely in Hope funds high school and university scholarships, counseling, safe housing, service opportunities, and leadership development programs for young women affected by sexual violence so that they can lead through their rewritten stories. Armed with degrees in law, nursing, psychology, and social work, Freely in Hope scholars graduate ready to influence worldwide systematic change that brings an end to sexual violence.

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PRESS

Pendo’s Power Launches in Kenya!

August 7, 2023

Freely in Hope celebrated the launch of Pendo’s Power, our very first illustrated children’s book that teaches parents and children how to prevent child sexual abuse. Our launch was held in Nairobi, Kenya with sponsors including Kenya National Library Service, ICEA Lion, and the Directorate of Children’s Services.

Our Founder is a GivingTuesday Starling Collective Fellow

November 17, 2021

GivingTuesday’s Starling Collective is a global fellowship and experimental learning lab for grassroots leaders and movement builders. This year, our founder, Nikole Lim, was selected as a member of the 2021 cohort!

Pendo’s Power Empowers Children to Stop Abuse

October 22, 2021

Pendo’s Power is Freely in Hope’s first illustrated storybook that equips children to use the power of their voices and stop child abuse. Lydia Matioli, our Program Manager, created Pendo’s Power to empower parents to build trust and establish safety measures with their children.