KAWE was actively involved in the preparation of the National Guidelines for the Management of Epilepsy which the MOH launched in 2014 and the revision in 2016 for the second edition.
KAWE was actively involved in the preparation of the National Guidelines for the Management of Epilepsy which the MOH launched in 2014 and the revision in 2016 for the second edition.
The MOH identifies medical personnel from government health facilities for training by KAWE.
KAWE’s “Manual for Medical and Clinical Officers” was adopted for Anglophone Africa by the Global Campaign Against Epilepsy - WHO/IBE/ILAE
KAWE’s film entitled “IT’S NOT MY CHOICE” was presented a Gold Award in New Delhi in 1989.
KAWE has helped public and private health facilities across the country to initiate epilepsy services. As a result KAWE has a network of 32 affiliate clinics.
KAWE has trained over 1600 medical personnel and 3200 Community Health Workers and millions have been reached through media.
KAWE has facilitated formation of 14 Community Based Organisations (CBOs) to support people with epilepsy around the country.
The KAWE Chairman, Dr. Osman Miyanji was awarded the Ambassador for Epilepsy Award at the 33rd International Epilepsy Congress, Bangkok 2019 for his outstanding personal contribution to the course of epilepsy.
A Paediatric Neurologist with vast experience in epilepsy management and one of the founding directors of KAWE (1982). He is also the chairman of the KAWE board of directors and the recipient of the International ”Ambassadors for Epilepsy Award-2019” presented by the IBE (International Bureau for Epilepsy) and ILAE (International League Against Epilepsy)
Treasurer and Board Member
A banker by profession with extensive experience in commercial and central banking. He is a certified public accountant and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK). He holds a Bachelor of Education (Arts) degree and a Masters in Business Administration specializing in finance. Currently a Board of Management (BOM)Member and chair of the finance committee of Chuka High School. Past Treasurer of Chuka Welfare Association. He champions the interests of people living with epilepsy as he has a close family member who suffers from epilepsy. He is also a member of the KAWE board of directors.
CEO
Patrick has over 10 years of experience in governance, project management and administration. He is experienced in planning, leading, executing projects and fundraising.
Prior to joining KAWE, Patrick was the Director of the School of Accountancy at the University of Kigali, Rwanda where he taught and mentored young people. He is passionate about youth empowerment especially youths living with disabilities and helping people living with Non-Communicable Diseases.
Patrick is a Board Director at the Non-Communicable Diseases Alliance Kenya (NCDAK), the national umbrella body of all organizations, patients’ groups, NGOs, CBOs and professional associations involved in advocacy, prevention, control, care and rehabilitation of persons living with or at risk of developing NCDs. He serves as the Treasurer and Chairman of the Finance Committee of the board.
He holds a Master of Science in Finance and a Bachelor of Business Management in Finance and Banking. He is also a Certified Public Accountant and has a certificate in International Public Sector Accounting Standards and Certified Investment Financial Analyst Part III. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Business Administration and Management.
