WELCOME TO

THE PEOPLE DIALOGUE FESTIVAL

The People Dialogue Festival (PDF) is a flagship initiative by the Centre for Multiparty Democracy (CMD- Kenya) and stands as a beacon of inclusive dialogue and transformative engagement in Kenya. This annual event unites leaders, citizens, government institutions, civil society organizations, and private sector stakeholders to discuss pressing societal challenges, promote meaningful citizen engagement, and co-create solutions for Kenya's sustainable development.
The inaugural PDF was successfully convened in March 2019, with subsequent editions held in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. The upcoming 7th edition, themed "Building a Collaborative Democracy for Kenya’s Sustainable Future," is set to take place from 5th to 8th March 2025 at Uhuru Park, Nairobi.
To deepen its impact, PDF has expanded beyond the four-day annual event in Nairobi, rolling out interschool dialogues engaging 18 schools since 2023 and piloting county-level editions across four counties in 2025. By bridging diverse perspectives and fostering innovation, CMD-Kenya ensures the PDF remains a dynamic space for citizens, experts, state and non-state actors to engage in meaningful dialogue and action.