Urban Planning and Community Building a Landmark Difference Makers Interview with Robyn Emerson

Robyn is an urban planner, fair housing advocate, and community builder  based in Kenya.  She is the Executive Director of Yellow Rose Kenya, which works to address the housing crisis by empowering communities, securing land tenure, and creating sustainable, affordable homes with a community-focused approach.

A dual citizen of the US and Kenya, Robyn is the founding President of Women In Real Estate (WIRE) and Chair of Women Lead NBI, fostering women’s leadership in Nairobi. She has collaborated with Habitat for Humanity and co-founded the Kilimani Project Foundation, supporting civic leadership initiatives like Leadership Nairobi. Robyn serves on the boards of Buildher and KDI, promoting skills training and community development.

This interview is open to the public. All are welcome!