My Story: Beyond The Courtroom

I am Nyokabi Ngari, but many know me as "The Laughing Lioness" - an advocate for justice, standing strong for women, girls, and those silenced by the system.

I grew up in a home filled with love, but like any family, we faced our own share of challenges. As a child, I watched my mother navigate struggles that no woman should have to endure. I saw her resilience, her strength, and the quiet sacrifices she made to keep our family together. Those experiences left a deep imprint on me, shaping my understanding of justice and the importance of standing up for those in need.

Determined to make a difference, I chose to study law—not just as a profession, but as a way to bring about change. In courtrooms, I saw firsthand how the legal system often failed the very people it was meant to protect. I witnessed cases where financial power outweighed fairness, where mothers lost custody of their children despite facing abuse, simply because they lacked the resources to fight back.

These moments fueled my passion for justice. I realized that beyond legal representation, women and girls needed a support system—an organization that not only provides legal aid but also empowers them to understand and claim their rights. That realization led me to start this organization, ensuring that no woman, girl, or young mother has to face the legal system alone.

This journey is personal, but it is also bigger than me. It is about dignity, protection, and ensuring that justice is truly accessible to all. And this is just the beginning.