With over three decades of leadership, advocacy, and social development experience, Lucy Nyoroka Mworia, HSC, has dedicated her life to uplifting marginalised communities, championing women’s rights, and fostering peace across Kenya and beyond.
After losing three elections aspiring to be an MP for Isiolo North Constituency so she could push older persons' agenda in Parliament, she realised that she didn't need to be an MP to make a difference. So she founded The Kenya Pro-Ageing Organisation (TKPAO) to advocate for older persons' well-being and ageing with dignity in Kenya and beyond.
As the founder and CEO of the Kenya Pro-Ageing Organization (KPAO), Lucy spearheads initiatives aimed at enhancing the dignity and well-being of older persons. Her organisation promotes active ageing, supports elderly rights, and ensures that Kenya’s senior citizens are not left behind in development conversations.
Her career is deeply rooted in community development, peacebuilding, conflict transformation, and women’s empowerment. She has been instrumental in organising rural women, particularly from marginalised pastoralist communities, to advocate for land ownership, inheritance rights, and economic empowerment.
"I am self-motivated, my secret to success is remaining focused, committed, persistent, and never giving up, and my greatest strength is building and maintaining great networks."
Lucy’s influence extends to governance, having served as a board member at Merti Technical and Vocational College and a member of the Isiolo County Public Service Board. Her leadership roles have allowed her to champion transparency, accountability, and public service excellence.
A seasoned advocate for inclusion, Lucy embraces a multi-ethnic, multi-faith approach to solving social issues. Her commitment to social justice has earned her multiple awards, including the prestigious Head of State Commendation (HSC) from President Uhuru Kenyatta in 2021.
Beyond her professional achievements, Lucy is a dedicated mentor and volunteer, actively participating in organisations such as the Kenya Red Cross, Kenya Child Welfare Society, and Maendeleo Ya Wanawake.
A holder of a Master’s in Development Studies and a Bachelor’s in Leadership and Management from St. Paul’s University, Lucy combines academic expertise with hands-on leadership to drive impactful change.
Her life’s work stands as a testament to the power of resilience, leadership, and service—a beacon of hope for women, older persons, and the marginalised in Kenya.
