#HappeningNow the 2 day CEDAW regional consultation for Africa on the elaboration of its general recommendation No. 40 on the equal and inclusive representation of women in decision-making systems.

Antonia Sodonon

#HappeningToday : Official launch of the African Union “Consortium on Children on the Move and Child Labour”. Together, we are institutionalizing a continental approach to protect vulnerable children in #Africa .
 📆: 12 April!
📍 Maseru🇱🇸
#ChildProtection
#LabourRights

Is your organization committed to leveraging digital technology for civic engagement, transparency, and community-driven development?

If yes, apply to be one of the grantees of the second edition of the AU Civic Tech Fund!
🔗: t.ly/veSUO

Deadline: May 12, 2024

In this interview, African Union Women, Gender & Youth Directorate's Director, Ms. Prudence Ngwenya, shares the work that the Directorate is doing to address challenges faced by women & young people in Africa, and unleash their potential to be key players in the development of the continent.

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The night witnessed yet another historic moment where Mme. Fatma Samoura was awarded for her hard work, courage & commitment to sports development, esp. football governance as t/first woman FIFA #SG . She expressed her delight & appreciation to #AU for such a recognition.

📢 Young Tech Innovators!

Join us for the virtual launch of the second cohort of the AU Digital and Innovation Fellowship.
At the event, you'll learn about the program & how you can become one of the 16 fellows!

🗓: 28 March, 2024
⏰️: 11 AM EAT
🔗: t.ly/Imbnz

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, & the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child have expressed concern on the regressive Parliamentary debate advocating for the repeal of laws that prohibit #FGM in #Gambia .

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At the #CSW68 side event on women & girls education, UN Women Africa Regional Dir. Maxime Houinato spoke on advocacy for policy changes to prioritize second chance education for the re-integration of out-of-school women & girls. To enhance their entrepreneurial success & employability

On the sidelines of #CSW68 , the AU Ministers in charge of Gender & Women Affairs met with the UN Women Executive leadership for the 2nd annual interactive session to discuss Africa #GEWE priorities & strategies for their accelerated implementation and key areas of collaboration.

At the #CSW68 side event on women & girls education in Africa, discussions made it clear that integrating gender equality in education by member states was key to accelerate the implementation of commitments made. #GlobalGoals

#CSW68
“The Group believes that the adoption of #Agenda2030 was a clear indication that the future of humanity & of our planet lies in our hands…”
-Hon. Hon Betty Amongi,
Minister of Gender of 🇺🇬 Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, on behalf of #AfricanGroupUN

Full statement ➡️bit.ly/3IMaYFk

Progress in Djibouti as women step into key government roles! 🇩🇯 With 23.1% representation, women lead ministries like Women and Family, Social Affairs, Youth and more. While challenges persist, inclusion is on the rise. Let's keep empowering women in governance! #WPSInAfrica

When women are healthy, educated & free to take the opportunities life affords them, children thrive & children flourish, reaping a double dividend for women & children. Until there’s gender equality, there can be no sustainable development.
~Kofi Annan.
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📢 Happening tomorrow!

Register to take part in pivotal discussions on women's and girls' education in Africa, evaluating progress in the last decade.

🔗: shorturl.at/klqHK
⏰️: 3PM - 5PM EST
📍: AU Permanent Observer Mission

The African Union Ministers in charge of Gender & Women's Affairs converged for a consultation meeting on the sidelines of #CSW68 to agree on strategic advocacy to influence the CSW68 Agreed Conclusions by leveraging the Common Africa Position (CAP) on the #CSW68 priority theme.

Yesterday, African Union Women, Gender & Youth Directorate unveiled its partnership with TikTok South Africa on digital safety through the #SaferTogether Campaign. The campaign aims to educate and engage children & young people, parents, teachers, & community leaders on digital safety through in-app and on-ground activities.