The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) plays a crucial role in fostering peace, unity, and integration in Kenya. Here are the main functions of the NCIC:
- Promoting Harmony: Facilitates equal opportunities, good relations, and peaceful coexistence among ethnic and racial communities, advising the government on related matters.
- Eliminating Discrimination: Works to eradicate all forms of ethnic and racial discrimination and discourages institutions and associations from promoting discrimination.
- Encouraging Tolerance: Promotes tolerance, understanding, and acceptance of diversity in all areas of life.
- Respect for Diversity: Fosters respect for religious, cultural, and linguistic diversity in society.
- Public Awareness Programs: Organizes and promotes educational and training programs to raise public awareness and foster harmony among ethnic communities.
- Conflict Resolution: Advocates for and facilitates conflict resolution methods, including arbitration, conciliation, and mediation.
- Investigating Complaints: Investigates discrimination complaints and makes recommendations for remedial actions to relevant authorities.
- Proactive Investigation: Conducts independent or requested investigations on issues affecting ethnic and racial relations.
- Policy Advocacy: Advocates for policies and legal or administrative reforms regarding ethnic conflict resolution.
- Research and Studies: Conducts research and makes recommendations to the government on ethnic affairs and relations.
- Reporting: Monitors and reports to the National Assembly on the status of its recommendations and progress on ethnic relations.
- Advising on Policy Implementation: Advises the government on implementing socio-economic, political, and development policies that impact ethnic relations.
National Cohesion and Integration Commission Contacts
- Location: Britam Towers, 17th Floor, Hospital Road, Upperhill, Nairobi
- Contacts: 0702 777 000 / 020 258 5702
