SOAWR Members Equality Now, SIHA Network and NAFGEM Tanzania were interviewed by VOA Africa to discuss gaps in #FamilyLaw in 20 African countries which fuel discrimination in marriage, divorce, custody and property rights. voanews.com/a/new-study-ex…

New Equality Now report 'Gender Inequality in #FamilyLaws in Africa: An Overview of Key Trends in Select Countries' reveals how gender inequality is being perpetuated in African countries by sex discrimination institutionalized in legal systems & customary & religious laws

⚖️ Equality Now legal examination of #FamilyLaws in 20 African countries shows significant legal reforms to strengthen #WomensRights but progress has been slow, inconsistent & hampered by setbacks & weak political will & implementation #FreeOurFamilyLaws x.com/equalitynow/st…

#Nigeria's govt needs to do more to protect girls by implementing a comprehensive strategy to enforce law banning #ChildMarriage, protect against #ForcedMarriage, ensure access to education & reproductive healthcare, & provide economic & job opportunities to empower women & girls

"A planned mass marriage for young orphans has caused outrage in Nigeria" #Nigeria's govt does not have adequate social protection mechanisms. Some in authority have arranged a mass wedding under the pretext that marriage is a safe haven for these girls. In reality,

I am humblied by this kind recognition from fellow African women. It is an honor to work beside you on this important journey of ensuring African women enjoy equality in all spheres of life. Women Leaders Network for Development (RFLD)

There is no law banning #FGM in Sierra Leone and 8 out of every 10 girls/women in the country aged between 15 and 49 have been circumcised. So what are Sierra Leoneans saying about FGM on social media? 👇👇 factspace.org/2024/07/fgm-in…

We were at #HRC56 with UNFPA-UNICEF JP to End Female Genital Mutilation UN Human Rights UK Mission Geneva 🇬🇧 The Gambia Permanent Mission to UNOG,WTO&Other Org and the PM of @BurkinaFasoGov for an in-depth discussion on cross-border and transnational FGM side-event yesterday.

We congratulate and celebrate with #SierraLeone on the enactment of the law against child marriage which will secure the right of girls to be children including their right to secure education. #EndChildMarriage #LetGirlsLearn bbc.com/news/articles/…

The law against female genital mutilation (FGM) in the Gambia is at risk. The Women’s (Amendment) Bill 2024, which proposes to repeal provisions criminalizing FGM, had its first and second readings completed in March 2024. Today, the Parliamentary Joint Committee of Health and

The law against female genital mutilation (#FGM) in the Gambia is at risk. Last week at the UNHumanRightsCouncil, we spoke to Mai COKER, Honorary Consul of the Republic of The Gambia, Consulate Zurich, about the importance of upholding the anti-FGM law in the #Gambia ⬇ Learn more:

Dear National Assembly Members, Join us in safeguarding women's rights by rejecting the proposed Women Amendments Bill, 2024. Let's uphold laws against harmful practices together. Our voices are crucial in this fight for equality and safety. #EndFGM220 #HandsOffOurLaw

Standing Strong Together To Amplifying Voices Against FGM/C. Civil society organizations, activists, survivors, and community members are currently at the National Assembly in solidarity with survivors of FGM/C to witness the consideration of the Women Amendment Bill 2024.

Victory for Women and Girls: National Assembly Rejects FGM Repeal Bill Celebrations erupt as the National Assembly rejects the Women Amendment Bill 2024, preserving the ban on FGM.

📢 Amazing news from #TheGambia! The Parliament has rejected the Bill attempting to repeal the anti-FGM ban in the Women’s (Amendment) Act, 2015. We applaud the government including the National Assembly for upholding the anti-FGM law and standing with Gambian women and girls to

Survivors in The Gambia urge the government to enforce the FGM ban to protect future generations from harm. This action is crucial to end a harmful tradition and safeguard women's and girls' well-being. #EndFGM220 #HandsOffOurLaw

Happy Friday! We have been in Harare this week and are happy to share our highlight of the week which was a SADC multi-sectoral convening on ending child marriage. #EndChildMarriage #AChildIsNotAWife Sally Ncube Judy Faiza Jama Mohamed Divya Srinivasan ❤️Womba❤️ Generation Alive

We are engaging court users committee members in a vital session on the Children Act 2022! Together, we are exploring ways to actively support children's welfare and ensure their rights are upheld. Let's champion a brighter future for our kids! #ChildrenAct2022 #ChildWelfare

This training is all about equipping our committee members with the knowledge and tools they need to raise awareness and take action against FGM in their communities. 🌍 Together, we can make a difference. The Five Foundation

Only two days to go! Stand the chance to test your legal and research abilities and battle participants across the continent at the 2024 African Gender Equality Moot Court Competition (AGEMCC), hosted by @EqualityNow, SOAWR and Kenyatta University #ExperienceKU. Il ne reste que deux jours! Mettez