UoN O3 Plus

Do you know about the O3Plus Program(Our Rights,Our Lives,Our Future)? We talk to two students to find out about their experience with the project on campus.Have a listen. #UoNO3Plus #Podcast

What role do students play on campus in championing for our rights? Find out as we talk to one of the student leaders as she shares her experiences with leadership and the prospects of a better student experience on campus. Have a listen. #UoNO3PlusPodcast

It is said that campus life is short and that you need to make the most out of it—how then do you ensure that this experience is enjoyable while still being productive and achieving your goals? Find out in this episode as we talk to one of the alumni as she shares her experiences and lessons learnt in school. Have a listen. #UoNO3PlusPodcast

Are students aware of their rights?In this episode we have a conversation with one of the students to get to know how aware they are of their rights and how they can get information and resources on their rights. Have a listen. #UoNO3PlusPodcast

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also called sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are infections that spread from person to person through sexual activity, including anal, vaginal, or oral sex. Many health care providers use the term “infection” instead of “disease” because a person with an infection may have no symptoms but still require treatment. When untreated, an STI can become a disease. Learn more about HIV and STIs on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #podcast

Despite being a less spoken-of conversation, sexual and reproductive health still stands to be an important aspect of a young person’s life. It is important to be equipped with such information to protect oneself from dangerous consequences such as infectious diseases and unwanted pregnancies. Learn more about sexual and reproductive health on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #podcast

Everyone has heard the term "fake news" - but do you know what it really means? Do you know the difference between misinformation and disinformation? Understanding the various ways that false information is shared, and the motives and appeal behind it are important in avoiding and combating it. Learn more about combatting fake news on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #podcast 

If you think education is expensive, try ignorance–University education enriches life. This enrichment applies to everyone and is NOT restricted to some tiny body of “intellectuals”. Any person with an open mind, willing to work at learning, benefits from University. The more open and inquisitive the mind, the greater the benefit. Learning, in the right environment, is a “high” that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Learn more about the Barriers To Information Seeking on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #podcast 

Don’t accept to be treated in any other way apart from equal and fair from other comrades. Let us not be silent when our fellow students are mistreated, instead we must all speak up and fight for our rights.Learn more about how discrimination can be a threat to your rights on today’s episode of the #UoNO3Plus #Podcast 

Failure to know our rights can make us not take them up leading to a violation of our rights.For you to protect and advocate for your rights ,you must be fully aware of them.Learn more about the implications of failing to know our rights on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast

In layman’s terms, ignorance is the lack of knowledge or lack of information on a particular subject. Ignorance can either be intentional or unintentional, in the sense that one can deliberately choose not to know, or one can genuinely lack information.Learn more about ignorance as a threat to your rights on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast

It is important that the school eliminates cases of inequality through programs that incorporate both equality and equity. This is to ensure that both male and female students have an advantage of expanding not only their academic skills and experience on campus, but also their talents.Learn more about inequality as a threat to your rights on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast

Information is required by students to make decisions regarding their lives. Lack of information is a major problem to students as it results in ignorance and a loss of direction. This then affects their performance in school work while causing a general sense of hopelessness .Learn more about lack of information as a threat to your rights on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast

Sororities and fraternities–these are pretty new terms in the Kenyan system. So let’s start with definitions. A fraternity or sorority is a brotherhood or sisterhood formed around common goals and aspirations. It’s an ancient Greek tradition that encourages these men and women in the respective groups to commit to each other for life. What else would one need to nurture themselves in the university apart from people they can depend on and call family?Learn more about sororities and fraternities on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #podcast

Student exchange programs are programs that allow students from university to study abroad with their institution’s partner institutions. This is a great opportunity for students to experience different cultures while still studying which helps them in growing their different approaches and perspectives to life.Learn more about student exchange programs available on campus on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast

All work with no play makes Jack a dull boy; goes the famous saying. Whoever coined it was wise enough to encourage resting after long working hours. Despite being expected to be fully focused on one’s education while in the university, it is also important to rest, relax, unwind and reset. What better way to do this other than playing games and participating in sports?Learn more about games and sports on campus on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #podcast

It is obvious that students from all walks of life meet at the university, which does not discriminate against any aspects of life, including religious beliefs. Therefore, having societies that students can belong to respecting their religious beliefs and backgrounds consequently promotes peace and togetherness among the students, allowing them to worship according to their own will.Learn more about student societies on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #podcast

It is important to put as much emphasis on one’s co-curricular growth as it is to put emphasis on one’s academic growth. This can be achieved through availing clubs to students in which they can nurture their talents and individual skills on top of nurturing their education.Learn more about student clubs on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #Podcast #youthtukorada

If there’s one thing the pandemic has taught the world, it’s that we shouldn’t underestimate today’s youth. You’ve probably heard that they’re organizing protests on fee hikes, defending LGBTQ rights, and defining global feminism. What you may know less about is the new generation of activists raising awareness about mental illness and developing innovative solutions to help bridge the gap between needing help and actually getting it. Learn more about Mental Health Activism on campus on today’s episode of the #UoN #O3Plus #Podcast #Youthtukorada 

ARE YOU BEING SEXUALLY HARASSED? According to a survey by ActionAid Kenya,49% of female students and 24% of male students experience sexual harassment. Learn more about Activism Against Sexual Harassment and Gender-Based Violence on campus on today’s episode of the #UoN #O3Plus #Podcast #Youthtukorada 

Some campus admins may view student activism as dreaded fires to be extinguished. However, research has shown that students engaged in activism reap educational benefits such as developing an inclination to continue their political participation well into mid-life and acquiring a greater. Learn more about Political Activism on campus on today’s episode of the #UoN #O3Plus #Podcast #Youtukorada

Campuses, where student voices are valued and social activism, is promoted can better address pressing social concerns. Students Activists can work to build this type of campus culture instead of allowing the condemnation of activism as merely a challenge to institutional authority. Learn more about the barriers to student activism on campus on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast

From the earliest historical accounts, campus-based activism has reflected grievances based on the political dynamics of the nation. In the process of student protest, those broad social grievances were projected and transferred into more precise, localized calls for transformation on campus. Learn more about student activism channels available on campus on today’s episode of the #UoN #O3Plus #Podcast #Youtukorada

The role of the confidential advocate or the student counsellor on campus is to serve as a confidential resource for students that might have experienced unwanted situations or behavior from another person (i.e. harassment, stalking, interpersonal violence, rape, sexual assault, etc.).Learn more about confidential advocacy services on campus on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #Youthtukorada 

The student union is both a student platform for addressing various social, political and corporate issues of the student community and a link between students and university management.Learn more about how the student union can help you to advocate for your rights on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #Youthtukorada 

For students to advocate for a change in law or policy in campus or nationally,it is important for them to read and understand the existing laws and policies in order to effectively champion for their rights.Learn more about Systems Advocacy on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #YouthTukorada 

Group Advocacy is having someone or some people standing beside you in case of unfair treatment.It is aimed at advocating for vulnerable people, participants being members of the society such as family members, friends and agencies.we talk conclusively about Group Advocacy on today’s episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #Youthtukorada 

Self-advocacy means understanding your strengths and needs, identifying your personal goals, knowing your legal rights and responsibilities, and communicating these to others.Find out more about self advocacy on today's episode of the #UoNO3PlusPodcast #O3plus #Youthtukorada 

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when hearing the word charity? That’s right, helping others. In the university, we are prone to meet people from all walks of life, some from poor backgrounds who with a little assistance from their peers would be more comfortable in school. Listen in to today’s episode as we take charity on campus.

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We all join the university with big dreams of achieving great things after passing our secondary school examinations. However, it is important to be guided in selecting career paths that will work uniquely with each of us. Listen in to today’s episode as we take you through career guidance.

The university is a place that one is exposed to different things and challenges that need expertise in battling of which professional therapy can come in hand. In this episode, we talk about Professional Therapy on campus and how you can access it.

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The University Of Nairobi has enabled financially challenged students to be supported through different channels which encourage us to stay in school comfortably and pursue our studies. Learn more about student aid options available on campus in this episode.

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It is vital that we as students, regardless of gender, grow happy, healthy and reach our potentials but sometimes society limits us on what we can do, be and become. Some limits are just while others are subtle and unjust leading to zero tolerance and less respect for one gender over the other. This aspect has influenced some students to behave in sexist ways necessitating the need to have a real and honest conversation on Gender Tolerance and Respect.

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Sexual exploitation and abuse is a topic that most households would find difficult to discuss openly. However, if as students, educators and society hope to prevent its occurrence and support the already affected victims, it is important that we engage in an open and honest discussion. In this episode, we dared to have this bold conversation on sexual abuse and exploitation on campus.

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Gender mainstreaming ensures that policy-making and legislative work is of higher quality and has greater relevance for society because it makes policies respond more effectively to the needs of all citizens – women and men, girls and boys. In this episode, we talk about the relevance of Gender Mainstreaming On Campus.

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Gender-based violence is a serious violation of human rights and a complex problem all over the world. It is not specific to a particular country or region and women and men of all regions, religions or ethnicity can face discrimination and the consequent gender-based violence. While it can affect both men and women, women are the group that is most affected. In this episode, we have an in-depth look at Gender-Based Violence In Campus.

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This week we are focusing on the theme of Gender Equality with a special focus on Gender- Based Violence in line with the 16 Days Of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. In this episode, we are talking about the justice and fairness channels that are available on campus and you can raise your voice and get heard on matters that concern you.

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Students elaborate on how the people they relate with affect their well-being while in the university. 

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Students and stakeholders talk about their interaction with drugs and alcohol and how it affects their well-being. 

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Does leadership have any bearing on a student's well-being in institutions of higher learning? How about a student who would like to get into leadership? 

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How does a career mix-down affect a student's well being while they are at the university? Have a listen 

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Have  a listen to this exciting episode on sex. What students and other university stakeholders think about it. 

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