Community Outreach
Support Sessions
Kisumu, Kenya — Since 2012
POSITIVE
LIVING.
STRONGER
TOGETHER.

A community-based organization championing access to quality HIV care, treatment, and support for gay, bisexual, and men who have sex with men (GBMSM+) in Kisumu County. Registered CBO No: KSM CENTRAL/WINAM/CBO 0097/018.

Our Programs Support Us
12+
Years of Service
15+
Partners & Networks
3
Funders (LVCT, GrantHub, UHAI)
2
Drop-In Centers (DICEs)
2025 Performance Data

Our Impact This Year

Real numbers from real community work in Kisumu County every figure represents a person reached, a barrier reduced, a life supported.

Reporting Period
January – December 2025
1.8K
1,800
KVPs
Reached
32,282
Condoms
Distributed
120
Virally Suppressed
Living with HIV
8
Best Practices
Documented
420
HIV Testing
Services (HTS)
462
STI
Screenings
482
TB
Screenings
275
PrEP & PEP
Referrals
8,600+
Lubricants
Distributed
225
Support & Stigma
Sessions
75 therapy · 150 stigma

Data collected January–December 2025 across Kisumu Central, West, and East Sub-Counties via COBPAR and MOH 711 reporting systems, including beneficiaries served through 2 Drop-In Centers (DICEs) in Kisumu and Sondu. Includes 25 adherence counselling sessions.

25
Adherence
Counselling Sessions
What Drives Us

Our Purpose

Vision

A healthy, stigma-free community where all members can access quality healthcare and live with dignity.

Mission

To promote access to quality HIV services, advocacy, economic empowerment and organizational development among key and vulnerable communities.

Mandate

Enhance access to HIV care, treatment and prevention among GBMSM+. As a registered CBO, mandated to promote integrated people-centered health services.

Values

Quality, Integrity, Partnership, and Inclusivity promoting non-discriminatory access to services while upholding human rights for all.

Strategic Plan 2025–2027

Four Strategic Pillars

MOPLS's 2025–2027 plan focuses on four interconnected pillars targeting key and vulnerable communities in Kisumu County.

I

Quality HIV Services

Comprehensive HIV services behavioural, biomedical, and structural for key communities in Kisumu County by 2027.

II

Advocacy

Policy influence for effective programming of key and vulnerable communities in Kisumu County by 2027.

III

Economic Empowerment

Enhance capacities of key and vulnerable communities for sustainable economic initiatives in Kisumu County by 2027.

IV

Institutional Development

Strengthen capacity of MOPLS for efficient and sustainable operations by 2027.

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What We Do

Our Programs

Integrated services targeting HIV prevention, care, human rights advocacy, sexual reproductive health, social accountability, digital health, and economic empowerment across Kisumu County.

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01

HIV Prevention, Care & Support

Psychosocial support, ART adherence, linkage to HTS services, and sensitization to GBMSM+ communities.

02

Capacity Building & Empowerment

Strengthening organizational systems and empowering beneficiaries through advocacy, life skills, and income-generating activities.

03

Sexual & Reproductive Health

SRH education, STI screening and treatment, mental health support, and substance abuse management.

04

Human Rights Advocacy

Policy forums, advocacy sessions, and community dialogues to uphold the rights of GBMSM+ and key populations.

05

Social Accountability

Community monitoring, civic engagement, and participatory feedback mechanisms to ensure transparent, equitable service delivery.

06

Digital Health & Data Governance

Leveraging digital tools, health data systems, and privacy frameworks to strengthen evidence-based programming.

07

Smart Agriculture Initiative

Breaking barriers through smart agriculture training 200 KPs on climate-smart farming, irrigation & agribusiness to improve food security and ART adherence. Learn more ›

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Our Journey

Our Story

From a support group of ten gay men living with HIV to a registered Community Based Organization this is the story of MOPLS.

Our History

How It All Began

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Founded August 2012

Men For Positive Living Support (MOPLS) was founded by a group of gay, bisexual men (GBMSM) in Kisumu County living with HIV who experienced stigma, discrimination, and family rejection that hindered access to ART and retention in care. The group was formed to advocate for and promote access to quality HIV care and treatment services in Kisumu Central, West, and East Constituencies.

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First Funders 2016–2018

MOPLS successfully worked with 3 funders LVCT Health, Grant Hub, and UHAI-EASHRI marking a major milestone in its growth and sustainability. This validated MOPLS's community-driven model and opened new pathways for service delivery.

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CBO Registration 27th September 2018

MOPLS transitioned from a self-help support group to a formally registered Community Based Organization (KSM CENTRAL/WINAM/CBO NO: 0097/018). The organization developed key governance documents: governance manual, HR policy, Board TOR, Safeguarding policies, finance and procurement policy, constitution and organizational profile.

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Strategic Plan 2020–2022

MOPLS developed its first strategic plan, bringing together key stakeholders to define four priority areas: HIV prevention, capacity building, sexual and reproductive health, and human rights advocacy. The plan guided MOPLS through the COVID-19 recovery period and economic challenges.

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Strategic Plan II 2025–2027

Following an end-term review (ETR) of the first plan and with support from UHAI-EASHRI, MOPLS launched its second Strategic Plan anchored on four pillars: Quality HIV Services, Advocacy, Economic Empowerment, and Institutional Development. This plan aligns with SDGs and the 95.95.95 HIV treatment targets.

Today & Beyond

MOPLS continues growing its network, operating two Drop-In Centers (DICEs) in Kisumu and Sondu, reporting consistently to the Constituency AIDS Control Committee (CACC), and contributing data to Kenya's national grid advocating tirelessly for a healthy, stigma-free community.

Our Identity

MOPLS at a Glance

CBO Registration

KSM CENTRAL/WINAM/CBO NO: 0097/018
Registered: 27th September 2018

Location

Kisumu Central 40100, Kenya.
Next to Winam Law Court, Ramadi Road, NACHU Compound.

Who We Serve

Gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men (GBMSM+), male sex workers, and key populations in Kisumu County.

Contact

+254 718606885 / +254710672064
moplscbo@gmail.com | menwithamission2@gmail.com
www.mopls.org

The Context

Why MOPLS Exists

Due to stigma, drugs and substance abuse, most GBMSM+ default from taking ART services affecting viral suppression and creating more barriers towards achieving 95% tested, 95% linked to care, and 95% viral suppression targets.

MOPLS was formed to take proactive steps in engaging beneficiaries on behavior change communication to improve the wellbeing of GBMSM living with HIV, by reducing stigma to enhance access to ART and retention in care.

The organization operates in a challenging environment recovering from COVID-19, punitive legal and policy contexts, and global economic pressures yet continues to grow and serve its community.

95%
Tested Target
95%
Linked to Care
95%
Viral Suppression
2030
End AIDS Target

Kenya's commitment to the global 95.95.95 HIV treatment targets and ending AIDS as a public health problem by 2030.

Who We Are

About MOPLS

A registered Community Based Organization advocating for quality healthcare, human rights, and dignity for key populations in Kisumu.

Our Foundation

Core Values

01

Quality

Promote delivery of ethically acceptable services to the neediest populations giving special attention to Key and Vulnerable Communities, especially GBMSM+.

02

Integrity

Upholding values of honesty, accountability and truthfulness in whatever we do; including finances, service delivery, data generated and disseminated, and HR processes such as recruitment and termination.

03

Partnership

Promote leverage of resources through beneficial linkages from within and without the organization, including team work to avoid duplication.

04

Inclusivity

Promote non-discriminatory access to services while upholding human rights for all members of the community regardless of background or identity.

Our Uniqueness

What Sets Us Apart

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First GBMSM+ Support Group in Kisumu County

MOPLS is the first GBMSM+ support group in Kisumu County, established in 2012 by community members living with HIV who saw the need for dedicated advocacy and support.

II
Only GBMSM+ CBO with Support Group in Kisumu County

MOPLS is the only GBMSM+ organization in Kisumu County with a structured support group providing a safe, dedicated space for peer connection, education, and psychosocial support.

Challenges We Face

Ongoing Challenges

Low level of access and adherence to ART due to stigma and discrimination in healthcare settings.

Minimum package gap — unable to offer the full package (ART, HTS, STI screening/treatment); currently only offering referral services for some.

Inadequate funds to sensitize all health facilities about the needs and rights of Key and Vulnerable Communities.

Hostile policy and legal environment at community, national, regional, and global levels.

Low level of safety and security for key and vulnerable population due to discrimination and violence.

Poor economic outcomes among key and vulnerable populations, compounded by high drug and substance abuse.

Strategic Analysis

SWOT Analysis

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Strengths
  • Governance established Board of Directors (BoDs) appointed per constitution
  • Clear organizational structure with defined roles, staffs and volunteers
  • Committed team with self-motivation despite high stigma and limited funding
  • Technical knowledge in integrated HIV prevention, care and support
  • Key policies in place: governance, finance, procurement, HR, constitution
  • Functional office with basic equipment and furniture
  • Strong community relationships with local administration and institutions
  • Developed relationships with county government ministries and agencies
  • Strong referral networks and partnerships for service delivery
  • Income Generating Activity (IGA) catering service as sustainability strategy
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Weaknesses
  • Inadequate strategy to address high community expectations
  • Developed policies not yet fully internalized and operationalized
  • Technical and management capacities in specific areas relatively low
  • Inadequate infrastructure: laptops, furniture and office equipment
  • Financial resource base still low no wide/diversified funding base
  • Communication systems not sufficiently streamlined (inadequate airtime and phones)
  • Inadequate IEC materials developed and disseminated by the organization
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Opportunities
  • Vote head at county level for community programs and advocacy
  • Social media and information technology provides platform to advance programs
  • Only CBO transitioned from support group supporting GBMSM+ in county
  • PEPFAR's plan to fund local indigenous organizations like MOPLS
  • Devolved county government has opened funding opportunities for MOPLS
  • Opportunity to integrate DICEs to public facilities for government commitment
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Threats
  • Widespread stigma and discrimination resulting in oppressive and hostile community
  • High cost of living encouraging dependency syndrome rather than sustainable interventions
  • Changing donor interests / limited donors funding Key and Vulnerable Communities
  • Increasing policies and legislation promoting violation of human rights at all levels
  • Political instability during elections putting community at risk
  • Unreliable supply chain for health promotion and disease prevention commodities
  • Increased risk of mismanagement of DICEs integrated to government facilities
The Team

Our Leadership

Dedicated professionals and community champions driving MOPLS's mission forward.

Management

Staff Team

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Tobias Ouma Onyango
Executive Director

Tobias Ouma Onyango

Executive Director

A community leader with ten years of advocacy for quality health services access among key populations in Kisumu County through community engagement. He has worked with various communities and has gained the trust and respect of those around him. An excellent communicator with a passion for helping others, proficient in conflict resolution, and a data security champion who navigates difficult situations successfully. He has been advocating for a stigma-free society so that specific populations can have quality health service provision.

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Dancun Omondi Ojuka
Program Officer

Dancun Omondi Ojuka

Program Officer

Implements projects that enhance better health outcomes and the meaningful engagement of gay men, bisexual men, men who have sex with men, and male sex workers (GBMSM/MSW) who are living with HIV. He works for the reduction of stigma and discrimination against GBMSM/MSW living with HIV, and has conducted a project with the Center International Health Education and Biosecurity (CIHEB-KENYA) to promote comprehensive, evidence-based HIV prevention, care and treatment services in Kisumu East, West, Central and Nyakach Sub-County.

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Velma Muhonja
Finance & Admin Officer

Velma Muhonja

Finance & Admin Officer

A dedicated Certified Public Accountant with a strong focus on financial management, budgeting and compliance. She supports the organization by ensuring accurate reporting and efficient use of funds to achieve its mission. She is passionate about leveraging finance insights to maximize impact and sustainability.

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Samuel Okene
MOPLS Staff

Samuel Okene

MOPLS Staff

A dedicated team member contributing to MOPLS's mission of delivering quality HIV care and support services to key and vulnerable communities in Kisumu County.

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Dishone Odero
MOPLS Staff

Dishone Odero

MOPLS Staff

A dedicated team member contributing to MOPLS's mission of delivering quality HIV care and support services to key and vulnerable communities in Kisumu County.

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Moses Ochieng
MOPLS Staff

Moses Ochieng

MOPLS Staff

A dedicated team member supporting MOPLS programs and operations in delivering quality services and advocating for key and vulnerable populations in Kisumu County.

Governance

Board of Directors

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Arthur Ochieng Onyango
Board Chair

Arthur Ochieng Onyango

Board Chair

An expert in population health with a clear understanding of humanitarian service provision and development. He has extensive experience working with diverse groups to develop and manage social innovations, a distinct love for research and problem-solving, and strong managerial and coordination capacity. His career goal is to enable communities to take control of their development and overall well-being, leading organizations to take evidence-based action to empower communities, improve access to socioeconomic opportunities, and improve quality of life.

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Tobias Ouma Onyango
Board Secretary

Tobias Onyango

Board Secretary

Also serving as Executive Director, Tobias brings his decade of community advocacy experience to the board, ensuring that organizational decisions remain aligned with the communities MOPLS serves.

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Yvonne Awuor Okundi
Board Member

Yvonne Awuor Okundi

Board Member

A health and gender empowerment strategist with over 18 years in gender and community development programming and advocacy. Executive Director at the Centre for Health Rights (CHR), championing vulnerable groups' right to quality healthcare and livelihoods. She has been at the forefront of advocacy for equal rights of women, girls and marginalized populations, and aspires to create an HIV/AIDS-free society where all persons are empowered to enjoy their rights and live optimal, productive lives.

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Nixon Muok
Board Member

Nixon Muok

Board Member

With over ten years of experience in program implementation, Nixon's expertise manifests through extensive reproductive health and community development research and program development within a multidisciplinary context, working professionally in reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, advocacy, education, and economic empowerment.

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Gregory Onyango
Board Member

Gregory Onyango

Board Member

A dedicated Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) expert with over seven years of experience specializing in health projects. He designs and implements comprehensive M&E plans, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis, with a background in Economics and project management. He has made significant contributions addressing TB, Malaria, and HIV prevention, developed robust data management systems, and mentored Civil Society Organizations in organizational development and advocacy.

Organizational Structure

Organogram

How MOPLS is structured — from governance to community delivery.

Board of Directors
Governance & Oversight
Executive Director
Team Leader
Programs
Programs Lead
Program Officers
Field Officers
Outreach Worker
Paralegal / Peer Educators
MERL Lead
Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning
M&C Officer
Data Clerk
Community
Beneficiaries
Finance & Admin
FAD Lead
Admin Officer
Accountants
Front Office
Receptionist / Volunteers & Interns
Direct Reporting
Functional Relationship
Acknowledgements

Strategic Plan Contributors

The MOPLS Strategic Plan 2025–2027 was developed with the support of the following individuals and organizations.

Board Members

NamePosition
Arthur Ochieng OnyangoChair
Yvonne Awuor OkundiMember
Gregory OnyangoMember
Nixon MuokMember
Tobias OnyangoSecretary

Drafters & Community Contributors

NameOrganization
Dancun OjukaMOPLS
Velma MuhonjaMOPLS
Samuel OkeneMOPLS
Dishone OderoMOPLS
Moses OchiengMOPLS
Daniel P. OnyangoLet Good Be Told In Us
Fred AbayoVision Brother CBO
Elly OchiengSalina CBO
Fredrick O. OtienoCommunity
Jared OlwalCIHEB
Collins OchiengCIHEB

This strategic plan was developed with financial and technical support from UHAI-EASHRI, who supported the workshop that enabled its finalization. MOPLS remains grateful to all partners who supported the implementation of the previous plan.

What We Do

Our Programs

Seven strategic priority areas guide our work to create lasting impact for GBMSM+ and key populations in Kisumu County.

Smart Agriculture Project

Breaking the Barriers: Empowering GBMSM Living with HIV through Smart Agriculture in Peri-Urban & Rural Kisumu County Full project available for download.

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HIV Prevention, Care & Support
Strategic Priority Area One

HIV Prevention, Care & Support

Strategic Priority Area One

Our core program promotes access to HIV prevention, care, and support services with great attention to the GBMSM+ in Kisumu Central, West, and East Sub-Counties. We provide Peer education, Condom education, Mental health sessions, Health education (IEC), TB & STI education, GBV prevention, Alcohol and drug abuse counselling, Community ART delivery, HTS, PEP, PrEP services, STI screening and treatment, and Condom distribution. We also address violence response through advocacy for social norms and discrimination reduction at community level.

Psychosocial SupportART AdherenceHIV Testing (HTS)STI ScreeningPrEP DistributionGBV PreventionDrug Abuse Counselling
Capacity Building & Empowerment
Strategic Priority Area Two

Capacity Building & Empowerment

Strategic Priority Area Two

We empower MOPLS and stakeholders towards effective service delivery. This includes strengthening financial resource mobilization, enhancing procurement and asset management systems, reviewing organizational policies, recruiting and retaining qualified staff, and building beneficiary capacity in advocacy, life skills, and income-generating activities (IGA). Social behaviour change communication, human rights events, SRHR services, and identification and participation on relevant policy development including resource allocation are key activities.

Financial ManagementStaff TrainingIGA SupportPolicy AdvocacySBCCHuman Rights Events
Sexual & Reproductive Health
Strategic Priority Area Three

Sexual & Reproductive Health

Strategic Priority Area Three

We strengthen sexual and reproductive health services across our target sub-counties. Our Drop-In Centers (DICEs) in Kisumu and Sondu provide STI/HIV testing, condoms, PrEP, and educational resources. Economic empowerment activities include: identifying groups and beneficiaries for mapping, conducting trainings and sensitization on business opportunities and entrepreneurial skills, supporting community-led support groups and individuals, and strengthening linkages for start-up capital and other opportunities.

SRH EducationSTI TreatmentPrEP AccessMental HealthSubstance AbuseEntrepreneurshipDrop-In Centers
Human Rights Advocacy
Strategic Priority Area Four

Human Rights Advocacy

Strategic Priority Area Four

We promote human rights advocacy engagement towards organizational visibility and effective programming. We conduct stigma and discrimination reduction campaigns, promote and participate in human rights events, influence availability and accessibility of SRHR services and commodities, and identify and participate on relevant policy development. We also engage stakeholder sessions, lobby on key issues affecting key and vulnerable communities, and prioritize issues for the advocacy agenda through presentations of findings.

Stigma ReductionPolicy AdvocacyGBV DocumentationCommunity DialogueSRHR AccessLobbying
Social Accountability
Strategic Priority Area Five

Social Accountability

Strategic Priority Area Five

We engage communities as active monitors of health service delivery through participatory mechanisms that promote transparency, responsiveness, and equitable access. This includes community scorecards, citizen feedback forums, and interface meetings between service users and health providers to address barriers faced by GBMSM+ and other key populations. We also identify and participate in relevant policy development including resource allocation and utilization to build beneficial partnerships.

Community ScorecardsCivic EngagementFeedback MechanismsInterface MeetingsResource Advocacy
Digital Health & Data Governance
Strategic Priority Area Six

Digital Health & Data Governance

Strategic Priority Area Six

We leverage digital tools and health data systems to strengthen evidence-based programming and organizational learning. Data flows into government systems like COBPAR and MOH 711 with summary reports submitted to donors. This includes supporting beneficiaries and staff in using digital health platforms for appointment reminders, ART adherence tracking, and service linkage. We champion responsible data governance ensuring community data is collected with informed consent, stored securely, and used ethically.

COBPAR ReportingMOH 711ART TrackingData PrivacyInformed ConsentDonor Reporting
Breaking the Barriers Smart Agriculture
Special Project Economic Empowerment

Breaking the Barriers: Smart Agriculture

Special Project Empowering GBMSM Living with HIV through Smart Agriculture in Peri-Urban & Rural Kisumu County

MOPLS proposes a community-led smart agriculture initiative to improve food security, income generation, treatment adherence, and resilience among Key Populations (KPs) living with HIV in peri-urban and rural areas of Kisumu County. The project responds to growing economic vulnerability, food insecurity, unemployment, and treatment interruption among KPs resulting from funding cuts, poverty, family rejection, social norms, and limited livelihood opportunities.

The project will train 200 GBMSM living with HIV and the broader LGBTIQ+ community on climate-smart and technology-driven agricultural practices, establish 5 demonstration smart farms managed by community members living with HIV, strengthen market access, and promote inclusion in local agribusiness value chains. Through low-cost irrigation systems, digital learning tools, mentorship, and linkage to markets and financial services, the project creates sustainable livelihoods while improving health outcomes and treatment adherence.

Beneficiaries
200
GBMSM KPs directly trained + 1,000+ indirect community members
Demo Farms
5
Smart demonstration farms established in rural & peri-urban areas
Total Budget
$66K
USD 66,000 total estimated budget seeking donor partnership
Smart FarmingDrip IrrigationClimate-Smart AgricultureFood SecurityART AdherenceOrganic FarmingAgribusinessDigital LearningMarket LinkagesSolar Water Solutions
Full Project PDF
Breaking the Barriers: Smart Agriculture Project
Includes goals, activities, budget breakdown, risk analysis & sustainability plan
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2025–2027

Strategic Plan

MOPLS Strategic Plan II focuses on four pillars to guide program implementation, management, and organizational growth for key and vulnerable communities in Kisumu County.

Strategic Overview

Four Pillars of Impact

The reviewed Strategic Plan sets out MOPLS's priorities for the period 2025–2027. The identified key pillars are based on reflection on current and past interventions, and analysis of both internal and external environments in which the organization operates.

MOPLS will use the experience it has acquired over the years and its competencies to work towards provision of Quality HIV services, advocacy, economic empowerment and organizational development for the next three years. This plan is aligned with the global SDGs and Kenya's commitment to HIV-sensitive Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030.

SDG Alignment

Aligned With Global Goals

3

Good Health and Wellbeing

5

Gender Equality & Women's Empowerment

10

Reduced Inequalities

16

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

17

Partnerships for the Goals

Strategic Priorities

Pillars, Objectives & Interventions

I

Quality HIV Services

Strategic Objective: To facilitate access to comprehensive HIV services by Key and Vulnerable Communities in Kisumu County by 2027.

  • Provide behavioural services: peer education, condom education, mental health, IEC
  • Provide biomedical services: community ART, HTS, PEP, PrEP, STI screening and treatment, condom distribution
  • Provide structural services: violence response, addressing social norms for stigma and discrimination reduction, advocacy at community level
II

Advocacy

Strategic Objective: To promote policy influence for effective programming of Key and Vulnerable Communities in Kisumu County by 2027.

  • Stigma and discrimination reduction campaigns
  • Promote and participate on human rights events
  • Influence availability and accessibility of SRHR services and commodities
  • Identify and participate on relevant policy development including resource allocation
  • Engage stakeholder sessions and lobby on key issues prioritize issues and present findings
III

Economic Empowerment

Strategic Objective: To enhance capacities of Key and Vulnerable Communities for sustainable economic initiatives in Kisumu County by 2027.

  • Identify beneficiary groups for mapping and registration
  • Identify gaps on economic empowerment, starting and growing business (book-keeping)
  • Conduct trainings on business opportunities and entrepreneurial skills targeting community-led support groups and individuals
  • Strengthen linkages for opportunities, start-up capital, and other support resources
IV

Institutional Development

Strategic Objective: To strengthen capacity of MOPLS for efficient and sustainable operations by 2027.

  • Strengthen institutional income generating activities: outside catering (marketing, registration as social enterprise)
  • Establish MERL system (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning)
  • Review and operationalize existing internal policies (Constitution, governance manual, HR, Finance and Procurement)
  • Skills building / human resource development on key training areas
  • Develop resource mobilization strategy and strengthen fundraising processes
Accountability

Monitoring & Evaluation Framework

MOPLS's M&E framework ensures continuous learning, accountability, and improvement across all program areas.

M&E Structure

M&E responsibilities distributed across all staff levels, led by the MERL Lead working closely with the Programs Director. Oversees data quality, accuracy, and comprehensive reporting.

Data Collection

Uses straightforward indicators. Data disaggregated by age, KP type, location, and intervention. Flows into government systems: COBPAR and MOH 711 with summary reports to donors.

Review Cycles

Monthly technical review meetings, quarterly reviews with all program staff, annual performance reviews, mid-term evaluations, and end-term evaluations to measure impact on national strategy.

M&E Principles

Grounded in simplicity, measurability, demonstrable achievement, practicality, and alignment. Cost-effective evaluations aligned with project activities and the organization's strategic objectives.

Our Impact

Achievements & Milestones

Over a decade of community-driven impact here is what MOPLS has accomplished.

12+
Years Serving Community
15
Beneficiaries Certified (NITA)
3
Funders Worked With
2
Drop-In Centers (DICEs)
Key Milestones

What We've Accomplished

First GBMSM+ Support Group in Kisumu County

MOPLS is the first and only GBMSM+ support group in Kisumu County reporting consistently to the Constituency AIDS Control Committee (CACC), contributing data to the national grid and received a compliance certificate as a result.

Successful CBO Registration — September 2018

Transitioned from a self-help support group to a formally registered CBO (KSM CENTRAL/WINAM/CBO NO: 0097/018), ensuring legal standing for funding and operations.

Strengthened Stakeholder Partnerships

Strengthened partnerships through networks including NEPHAK, Transform Health, Kisumu County Domestic Resource Mobilization Network, and Kisumu County Development Trust, plus direct engagements with government and civil society.

15 Beneficiaries Certified in Economic Empowerment

Trained and certified fifteen beneficiaries on economic empowerment in collaboration with the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Safe Space Established

Created and maintained a dedicated safe space for GBMSM+ community members a physical office providing a confidential environment for consultations, peer support and services access.

Policy Influencer at County Level

Through consistent CACC reporting, MOPLS has been periodically invited to participate in key policy meetings at the county level including the development of the Kisumu County Strategic Plan.

Comprehensive Governance Policies Developed

Successfully developed key organizational policies: governance manual, HR policy, Board TOR, Safeguarding policies, finance and procurement policy, constitution, and organizational profile building a foundation for sustainability.

Sustained Financial Audit

MOPLS has sustained organizational financial audits demonstrating financial accountability and transparency to donors, government, and community stakeholders.

Established Drop-In Centers in Kisumu & Sondu

Operating two DICEs providing STI/HIV testing, prevention resources (condoms, PrEP), and HIV educational materials to key populations across Kisumu Central and Sondu.

Strong Referral Network for GBMSM+

Developed strong referral networks for GBMSM+ who need care and support, connecting them to appropriate health facilities and services in a timely and confidential manner.

UHAI-EASHRI Funded Project

Successfully implemented a project supported by UHAI-EASHRI aimed at enhancing better health outcomes and meaningful engagement of GBMSM/MSW living with HIV also supporting review of the Strategic Plan.

Lessons Learned

What We've Learned

  • Awareness creation through public gatherings and peer education is a powerful tool in reducing stigma leading to lower defaulting rates, easier defaulter tracing, and viral suppression achievement.

  • Targeted sensitization of link health facilities and partners on what MOPLS does and the needs/rights of Key and Vulnerable Communities is essential.

  • Continuous mentorship and empowerment support programmes are required to promote organizational systems strengthening for both MOPLS and its beneficiaries.

  • Partnering with other organizations is more beneficial for leverage of resources and avoids duplication of efforts in the community.

  • Better structures and systems improve communication and organizational effectiveness enabling more people-centered service delivery.

Collaboration

Our Partners

MOPLS works with a network of government, civil society, and international partners to deliver comprehensive services.

Center for International Health, Education & Biosecurity (CIHEB)

Collaborator

Plans and coordinates HIV response at national and county level, improving quality services and protecting affected communities.

National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF)

Collaborator

Supports strategic planning and decision making for program design, outreach, distribution of funding, and training initiatives.

Kenya Legal & Ethical Issues Network on HIV & AIDS (KELIN)

Collaborator

Advocacy work aimed at addressing human rights issues including discrimination and health standards for people living with HIV.

Key Population Consortium Kenya (KP-CONSORTIUM)

Collaborator

Targeting socio-economic issues, transgender women being sex workers, and general well-being through advocacy and systemic change.

LVCT Health

Collaborator / Funder

Produces health programs targeting HIV, reproductive health, maternal and child health, GBV, and mental health while providing technical support.

Ministry of Health — NASCOP

Donor / Collaborator

National AIDS & STI Control Program research, HIV and STI care and treatment. Aims to build a strong health system for all Kenyans.

National AIDS Control Council (NACC)

Network / Collaborator

Advocacy and support for HIV/AIDS prevention and supportive care for those affected by HIV/AIDS at the national level.

NEPHAK

Network

National Empowerment Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya improving quality of life and providing community support through shared advocacy.

National Industrial Training Authority (NITA)

Collaborator

Providing training and skill improvement — certified 15 MOPLS beneficiaries in economic empowerment programs.

UHAI-EASHRI

Collaborator / Funder

East African Sexual Health and Rights Initiative a fund for and by sex workers addressing issues involving sex and gender minorities. Provided financial support for the Strategic Plan review and implementation.

GrantHub Services

Funder

A funder that has supported MOPLS programs, contributing to the organization's capacity to deliver quality HIV care and community services.

Kisumu County Government

Government / Network

Kisumu County Development Trust and county government support strategic planning and community health service delivery at the local level.

Transform Health Kenya

Network

Stakeholder network supporting MOPLS through advocacy, resource mobilization, and strengthening of community-based health service delivery systems.

Youth Enterprise Fund (YEF)

Donor / Network

Seeks to increase economic opportunities through training, mentoring, and coaching to youth supporting MOPLS's economic empowerment programs.

National Syndemic Diseases Control Council

Collaborator

Supports MOPLS in addressing intersecting health challenges including HIV, TB, and other syndemic diseases affecting key populations.

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Community Outreach Session Kisumu Central
Community Outreach Session Kisumu CentralOutreach
World Aids Day
World Aids DayEvents
Psychosocial Support Group
Psychosocial Support GroupSupport
Training on Data Protection by ICON DATA
Training on Data Protection by ICON DATATraining
Outreach to a Group Session
Outreach to a Group SessionOutreach
Community Dialogue Stigma Reduction Forum
Community Dialogue Stigma Reduction ForumEvents
Support Group Session
Support Group SessionSupport
Community Group Support
Community Group SupportOutreach
Training on Guidance and Counselling
Training on Guidance and CounsellingTraining

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We are located in Kisumu, Kenya. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm.

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Next to Winam Law Court, Ramadi Road
NACHU Compound, Kisumu Central 40100
P.O. Box 19091 – 40123, Kisumu, Kenya

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Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Every contribution directly supports HIV care, stigma reduction, and human rights advocacy for GBMSM+ in Kisumu County.

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MOPLS is a community-based organization. 100% of donations go towards programs and services for key populations in Kisumu County.

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4

USD provides condoms and PrEP for one beneficiary for a month

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USD funds a psychosocial support group session for 10 people

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USD covers HIV testing materials for a community outreach session

40

USD supports a community sensitization dialogue on rights and health