By KPC Reporter
Lawyer and social commentator Danstan Omari has challenged Kenya’s media industry to reclaim its role as a beacon of hope for the boy child.
“The media sets the tone for national conversations,” Omari declared after addressing students of Moi Gesusu High School, Kisii.
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“If we want to uplift our sons, we must start by telling stories that inspire them, not just those that shame or ignore them.”
Omari had earlier on delivered an inspiring speech to a hall brimming with students and educators.
Reflecting on his own journey as a teacher, children officer and one of the country’s most sought lawyers, Omari underscored the power of storytelling in shaping identity and aspiration.
He lamented the imbalance in coverage, where the girl child has rightly received attention, but the boy child has been left to navigate a maze of societal expectations without guidance or affirmation.
“Boys are watching TV, scrolling through social media, listening to radio. What are we feeding them?” he asked.
“We need narratives that show them they matter, that they can rise, that they are not forgotten.”
He called on journalists, content creators, and broadcasters to spotlight mentorship, resilience, and emotional intelligence among young men.
“Let’s flood the airwaves with stories of boys who overcome, who lead with kindness, who dream big,” he said, adding that when the boy child believes in himself, the nation wins.”
The event, part of a youth empowerment initiative, resonated deeply with students.
One Form Four student remarked, “It’s the first time I’ve heard someone speak about us like we’re worth saving.”
