A not-for-profit creative community inspiring socio-cultural, governance and economic discourse through art, creativity, technology and innovation
Ligala Organization
LIGALA is a not-for-profit organisation founded by Kenyan award-winning author, poet, and playwright Adipo Sidang' and Lindah Akoth. LIGALA operates as a creative community inspiring socio-cultural, governance and economic discourse and action through art, creativity, technology and innovation.
LIGALA's philosophy is anchored on the power of art, creativity and innovation in transforming societies, and on the idea that the freedom to create and co-create is critical in generating sustainable and innovative solutions to some of the challenges among communities and groups we work with.
At LIGALA, we work with youth, women and creatives (new and established) to empower community voices through creative and innovative techniques and believes in supporting talent and skills not only as cultural tools but also as commercial.
What we do
We exploit unique, innovative and sustainable approaches in our engagement with the communities we work with to influence behavioural changes that significantly contribute to addressing the identified issues and inspire agency and civic responsibility among communities towards a sustainable action.
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Our Programmes
Agora Theatre
LIGALA works with actors, artists and creatives in Nairobi and its environs and contributes to the growth and development of stage theatre culture through stage performances, poetry, spoken word and musical experiments.
Mindfully
LIGALA’s mental health programme interlinking with the organisation’s Agora Theatre programme.
Theatre Mtaani
This programme seeks to empower grassroot theatre groups in Nairobi, Kajiado and Siaya through technical support in theatre performance skills, scripting, directing and production.
BCC
This behaviour change communication initiative in Siaya County builds agency skills for young people on SRHR through mentorship, safe-guided spaces and informed decision-making.
OUR BOARD
Adipo Sidang'
Co-founder
Lindah Akoth
Co-founder
Board member
Trustee
Board member
Treasurer
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LIGALA is a not-for-profit organisation founded by Kenyan award-winning author, poet, and playwright
Adipo Sidang’ and Lindah Akoth. LIGALA operates as a creative community inspiring socio-cultural,
governance and economic discourse and action through art, creativity, technology and innovation.
LIGALA’s philosophy is anchored on the power of art, creativity and innovation in transforming societies,
and on the idea that the freedom to create and co-create is critical in generating sustainable and
innovative solutions to some of the challenges among communities and groups we work with.
At LIGALA, we work with youth, women and creatives (new and established) to empower community
voices through creative and innovative techniques and believes in supporting talent and skills not only as
cultural tools but also as commercial.
We welcome volunteers at every level, from facilitating workshops to administrative support. Fill out the volunteer enquiry form on our Contact page and a member of our team will be in touch within five working days.
They are LIGALA’s four programme lines: Agora Theatre grows Nairobi’s stage culture through performances, poetry and spoken word; Mindfully is our mental health programme linked to Agora; Theatre Mtaani strengthens grassroots groups in Nairobi, Kajiado and Siaya; BCC includes behaviour change communication on sexual and reproductive health.
Our work is supported by grants, institutional partnerships and community fundraising. We are transparent with partners and donors about how resources are used and welcome conversations about long-term support for programmes and research.
Yes. We collaborate with cultural institutions, health and education actors, media and the private sector, including partners such as the Goethe Institut Nairobi, Kenya Cultural Centre / Kenya National Theatre, PEN Kenya, Playreading Kenya, Centre for Pan-African Affairs, Mental 360, Jubilee Insurance, The Architects Alliance, Baraza Media Lab, GoDown Arts Centre and BundiVox Media. Email community@ligala.org to start a conversation.
Every contribution directly funds programme delivery and community access. You can make a one-off or recurring donation through our website. For larger gifts or legacy giving, please contact us directly so we can discuss the best way to direct your support.