Challenges to Reintegration of Women Foreign Terrorist Fighters in Kenya

Executive Summary

Women Foreign Terrorist Fighters (WFTFs) returning to their home countries after associating with terrorist organizations abroad present security threats nationally, regionally, and globally. The reintegration of returning WFTFs in Kenya continues to experience challenges related to stigmatization and awareness, psychosocial support and legislation. A gendered approach to reintegration will cater for the specific needs of the returnees. This brief recommends, among others, a multi-agency approach to raising public awareness on the reintegration of WFTFs, enhancing collaboration with the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the provision of psychosocial support and a review of existing legal and policy guidelines.