We are pleased to inform you that the upcoming 23 June Healthier Homes Webinar has been officially awarded 2.5 CPD points for professionals registered with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) in Kenya.

The webinar is 90 minutes in length.  It begins at 1500 EAT / 0800 EDT on Monday, 23 June 2025.  Register in advance at https://lnkd.in/dmKWbsNh.   Agenda and speakers are below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moderator:

  • Arch. Mugure Njendu - Healthy Housing Advisor, Habitat for Humanity ()

Panelists:

  • Dr. Bernard Abong’o – Senior Research Scientist, KEMRI ()
  • Arch. Rosemary Litunya – Member of AAK ()
  • Arch. Stephen Mwilu – Compliance Manager, NCA ()

Background

Housing plays a critical role in shaping health outcomes, especially in the context of rapid urbanization, increasing climate variability, and persistent inequalities in access to decent shelter. In Kenya, millions of families live in informal settlements and substandard housing conditions that expose them to multiple health risks, including respiratory diseases, vector-borne illnesses, mental stress, and injuries.

Recognizing housing as a social determinant of health, this webinar seeks to explore the intersection of built environments, public health, and policy in the quest for healthy housing. It will bring together professionals from architecture, public health, and policy to engage in a multidisciplinary dialogue aimed at advancing a shared vision of homes that are safe, dignified, and health-enhancing.

Objectives

  1. Create awareness on the importance of healthy housing as a determinant of public health and well-being.
  2. Showcase cross-sectoral perspectives on how built environment design, public health knowledge, and supportive policy frameworks can collectively improve housing outcomes.
  3. Highlight practical approaches and innovations that can be adopted in the Kenyan context to ensure homes promote health and resilience.
  4. Create awareness about the ongoing design challenge

Target Audience

  • Built environment professionals (architects, urban planners, engineers)
  • Public health practitioners
  • Policy makers and government agencies
  • NGOs and housing advocates
  • Academia and students

Expected Outcomes

  • Enhanced understanding among participants of what constitutes healthy housing.
  • Increased visibility of best practices and models for healthier homes in Kenya.
  • Create awareness about the design challenge and rally for more participation.

Webinar Format

The 90-minute session will include:

·       Welcome & Opening Remarks (5 minutes)

·       Panel Discussion (60 minutes)

·       Audience Q&A (15 minutes)

·       Design Challenge Announcement (5 minutes)

·       Closing Remarks (5 minutes)