International conference on peace, security and social enterprise 2017 report

International conference on peace, security and social enterprise 2017 report

This report is based on the International Conference for Peace, Security & Social Enterprise (ICPSSE) that was organized by Mount Kenya University in
partnership with Kenya Pipeline Company, Kenya, National Commission for UNESCO, National Cohesion & Integration Commission, Graduate Enterprise Academy, EQUIP Africa Institute, Africa Cyberspace Network, Heart for the City, University of the West of Scotland and Clarke University.

We are very grateful for your support that made the conference a success. The conference organizing committee was chaired by Dr. Vincent Gaitho, Vice-Chairman of Mount Kenya University Council. Other members of the
organizing committee were Prof. Peter Wanderi, Ms. Joyce Muchemi, Dr. Peter G. Kirira, Dr. Cecilia Kimani, Dr. Ronald Onsiro, Ms. Eunice Ng’ang’a, Dr. Kennedy Muna, Mr. John Ngoshi, Ms. Lillian Makandi, Ms. Dolly Mavuta, and Ms. Rose Macharia. In addition, Mr. David Ole Tetu and Mr. Haron Oichoe from Africa Cyberspace Network, were co-opted into the organizing
committee. The conference technical support consisted of Mr. Benson Kanyi (Website & Design), Ms. Nina Tumaini (Secretariat) and Mr. Bonface Malala (Book of Abstract). Conference abstracts were reviewed by Prof. Peter Wanderi, Ms. Joyce Muchemi, Dr. Peter G. Kirira, Dr. Idah Muchunku,
Dr. Ruth Thinguri, Ms. Jane Njuguna, Dr. Evans Mwiti, Dr. Cecilia Kimani, Dr. Ronald Onsiro, Dr. Kennedy Muna, Ms. Eunice Ng’ang’a and Mr. Bonface Malala.
We would like to especially thank the invited speakers who came to Nairobi from more than 10 countries as well as the over 300 delegates who presented papers and participated in the intensive two days of discussions.
Special recognition goes to the late Hon. Major Gen. (Rtd) Joseph Nkaissery, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government for gracing the conference as the Chief Guest. Your words of peace will forever be remembered.
This report was prepared by the conference organizing committee. We also wish to thank Mr. Julius Ndumia who immortalized this event through photography.
Dr. Vincent Gaitho, PhD
Conference Organizing Committee Chairman &
President, African Consortium for Peace.

International conference on peace, security and social enterprise 2017 report