Dr. Jane Imbunya Opens Workplace Protection Conference, Calls for Safe and Dignified Workplaces

Principal Secretary for Public Service and Human Capital Development, Dr. Jane Kere Imbunya, opened the Workplace Protection Conference at the Kenya School of Government.  

- She emphasized that safe and dignified workplaces are essential for human development, productivity, and social justice.  

- She commended the President’s announcement of Kenya’s intention to ratify ILO Convention 190, which addresses workplace violence and harassment across all sectors.  

- Dr. Imbunya highlighted the negative impacts of workplace violence—including absenteeism, low morale, staff turnover, and “quiet quitting”—and stressed the need for effective reporting mechanisms to overcome stigma and fear.  

- She framed workplace protection as not just a labour issue but a matter of governance, leadership, and human capital development, urging leaders to foster respect, accountability, and psychological safety.  

- The conference was described as a platform for policy dialogue, awareness creation, and sharing best practices, with oversight institutions, civil society, and development partners playing key roles.  

- She reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to building a people-centered public service anchored on integrity, inclusivity, and dignity, and officially declared the conference open.