Human Rights
May 9, 2025
Africa
RFLD & EU SEE Side Event at the ACHPR : The Primacy of Proactive Advocacy, Leveraging Early Warning Data to Fortify Civic Space in Africa
Civil society organizations (CSOs) play a critical role in democratic progress across Africa, yet they face ongoing restrictions from various actors. A Side Event organized by RFLD and the EU SEE Consortium during the 83rd ACHPR session highlighted the need for CSOs to utilize early warning data strategically to combat civic space restrictions proactively. Experts discussed training for advocacy, safety measures, and cross-border collaboration, emphasizing a shift from reactive to proactive strategies. The EU SEE aims to monitor the enabling environment through real-time data collection, providing insights that foster a supportive environment for civil society’s vital contributions to democracy and human rights.