01/06/2026
🇰🇪 Happy Madaraka Day,❤️
Can I share something that shocking?
Many children think a dangerous person looks dangerous.
Like a villain in a movie.
Someone scary.
Someone dirty.
Someone hiding in a dark corner.
But that’s not always true.
A dangerous person can look kind.
They can smile.
They can be well-dressed.
They can offer sweets.
They can even be someone your child has seen before.
So instead of only teaching:
❌ “Don’t talk to strangers.”
Teach:
✅ “Pay attention to what people ask you to do.”
If someone asks you to:
🚩 Keep a secret from Mum or Dad
🚩 Go somewhere without permission
🚩 Get into a car
🚩 Accept gifts without checking first
🚩 Leave your friends and go with them
That’s a red flag—no matter how nice they seem.
Here are 4 more safety habits every child should know:
🛡️ Have a Family Code Word
Never go with anyone who doesn’t know it.
🛡️ Check First
Before accepting gifts, lifts, or invitations—even from familiar people.
🛡️ Adults Don’t Ask Children for Help
A safe adult will ask another adult.
🛡️ Stay Safe Online
Never share your school, location, routines, or photos with strangers.
Freedom is not just about protecting our children.
It’s about teaching them how to protect themselves.
Happy Madaraka Day, Kenya
