VoicesTémoignages
RFLD currently serves as Co-Chair of the SEA-T Programme Advisory Council, mandated to ensure the programme’s direction, priorities, and resources are meaningfully aligned with the visions of African women-led civil society. The SEA-T Programme is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.Le RFLD assure actuellement la coprésidence du Conseil consultatif du programme SEA-T, chargé de veiller à ce que l’orientation, les priorités et les ressources du programme soient réellement alignées sur les visions de la société civile africaine portée par les femmes. Le programme SEA-T est financé par le ministère fédéral allemand de la Coopération économique et du Développement (BMZ) et mis en œuvre par la Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
Film · 4 min 30
One year of impact, in four and a half minutes
From Banjul to Dakar, Porto-Novo and Lomé, the first year of the initiative told with its figures, its places and the women who carried it. Narrated, with music and subtitles.
Film · 4 min 30
Un an d’impact, en quatre minutes et demie
De Banjul à Dakar, Porto-Novo et Lomé, la première année de l’initiative racontée par ses chiffres, ses lieux et les femmes qui l’ont portée. Avec voix off, musique et sous-titres.
Voices
Perspectives from across the continent
Partners, experts and institutions on the initiative and on RFLD’s leadership, published with their agreement.
Témoignages
Des regards venus de tout le continent
Partenaires, expert·es et institutions sur l’initiative et le leadership du RFLD, publiés avec leur accord.
“The SEA-T initiative supports exactly the kind of structural strengthening African civil society needs. RFLD's work aligns with the ACHPR's mandate to protect defenders.”
Commissioner and Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders, ACHPR
“RFLD has built a bridge between the Maputo Protocol and grassroots implementation. The programme's focus on women's leadership is timely.”
Commissioner, ACHPR, African Union
“ECOSOCC values partnerships that amplify citizen voices. RFLD sets a benchmark for how civil society can influence African Union policy.”
African Union ECOSOCC
“WADEMOS sees the initiative as a driver for democratic resilience. RFLD's network mobilises youth and women to defend civic space.”
WADEMOS
“Protecting defenders requires a regional shield. The support allows RFLD and ROADDH to coordinate rapid responses for activists in danger.”
Programme Manager, ROADDH
“The African Centre supports RFLD's holistic approach. A new generation of rights-literate citizens is emerging across francophone Africa.”
Executive Director, ACDHRS
“FIDH recognises RFLD's role in Senegal and beyond. The initiative provides the stability needed for long-term human rights monitoring.”
FIDH, Senegal
“WACSI endorses the capacity-building focus. RFLD is professionalising the women-led civil society sector in West Africa.”
WACSI
“In Mali, RFLD's intervention has given young women leaders the tools to navigate a complex security landscape.”
President, ROAJELF, Mali
“The training on the African human rights system is technically rigorous. The programme is building genuine expertise.”
Expert, African human rights system
“LARRED appreciates RFLD's intersectional research. The data work is crucial for evidence-based advocacy.”
LARRED
“Translating international norms into local reality is what makes this initiative so effective in Senegal.”
African human rights expert, Senegal
“ActionAid values RFLD as a strategic partner. The funding allows deep, sustained community engagement on economic justice.”
Country Director, ActionAid Senegal
“Collaboration with the National Institute ensures activities align with national gender policies in Benin.”
National Institute for Women, Benin
“RFLD understands that media is an advocacy tool. Journalists are being trained to report on gender with sensitivity.”
Media Canard Déchaîné
“The CIDH stands with RFLD. The focus on human rights education is essential for the region.”
Executive Director, CIDH
“In Burkina Faso, the Coalition relies on the regional solidarity that RFLD fosters during times of crisis.”
Coordinator, Burkinabe Coalition of HRDs
“International law provides the framework, and RFLD provides the action plan for implementation on the ground.”
Expert in public international law
“Community well-being is at the heart of our work. The initiative lets us integrate health rights into broader advocacy.”
EAH Bien Etre
“Synergy is strength. RFLD's coordination unites diverse organisations to combat gender-based violence effectively.”
President, SYSC
“Digital activism is the new frontline. Africtivistes partners with RFLD to promote digital rights for women.”
Africtivistes, Senegal
“Legal expertise is crucial. AJS works with RFLD to advance legislative reforms for women.”
President, AJS, Senegal
“The Association of Women Jurists values the regional scope. We are learning from peers across borders.”
Association of Senegalese Women Jurists
“CIVICUS monitors civic space globally. RFLD's work is a critical counter-force in West Africa.”
CIVICUS
“VUKA connects alliances. The initiative strengthens the women-led ecosystem, making our collective voice harder to ignore.”
VUKA
“The UN system benefits from strong local partners. RFLD ensures international goals translate to local action.”
UN system expert
“COSAPERE focuses on reproductive rights. The grant allowed us to expand our outreach to rural women.”
President, COSAPERE
“RADDHO stands for human rights. The partnership with RFLD amplifies our capacity to document violations.”
RADDHO
“Youth volunteers are the backbone of change. The initiative empowers us to engage young men in the fight for equality.”
Association of Young Volunteers
“Radio reaches the masses. The partnership helps us broadcast the message of equality to remote communities.”
Radio Ekaaro Ejire
“Institutionalising gender equality is our goal. RFLD's advocacy supports our mandate to mainstream equity in public policy.”
Director of Equity and Gender Equality
“We are seeing tangible results in capacity and coordination every day across the initiative.”
Regional Director of Strategy and Development, RFLD
“RFLD is committed to excellence. Our partnership with GIZ under SEA-T sets a new standard for funding for women’s organisations in Africa.”
Africa Director and Founder, RFLD
For BMZ, GIZ and co-fundersPour le BMZ, la GIZ et les cofinanceurs
Plan the next phase with usPréparons la phase suivante ensemble
We can share the logical framework, progress reporting and audited accounts with partners on request.Nous pouvons transmettre le cadre logique, les rapports d’avancement et les comptes audités aux partenaires sur demande.
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