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RFLD Stands in Solidarity After Tragic Attack in Benin PEACE AND SECURITY
January 10, 2025 Africa

RFLD Stands in Solidarity After Tragic Attack in Benin

The Network of Women Leaders for Development (RFLD) expresses profound sorrow and solidarity following the tragic attack on January 8, 2025, near the Niger-Burkina Faso border, resulting in the loss of 28 soldiers’ lives. RFLD mourns the devastating impact on their families and emphasizes the need for emotional and psychological support for the victims. As Benin faces increasing jihadist violence, the organization urges unity and resilience against terror. RFLD is committed to promoting peace, justice, and sustainable development, honoring the victims while advocating for a future free from violence, where human dignity is paramount.

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Solidarité et Condoléances après l’Attaque au Point Triple PEACE AND SECURITY
January 10, 2025 Africa

Solidarité et Condoléances après l’Attaque au Point Triple

Le Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD) exprime sa tristesse après l’attaque du 8 janvier 2025 au Point Triple, qui a coûté la vie à 28 soldats. Cette tragédie a laissé des familles en deuil et a plongé la nation dans le choc. Le RFLD présente ses condoléances aux victimes et souligne la nécessité de soutien pour surmonter les blessures physiques et émotionnelles. Il insiste sur l’importance de l’unité face à la violence et réaffirme son engagement pour la paix, la justice et un avenir sans terreur. L’organisation appelle à honorer la mémoire des défunts par des actions positives.

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RFLD President Mrs Gloria Dossi AGUEH Leads Discussions on Women, Peace, and Security at SOCAFRICA Conference Human Rights
September 5, 2024 Africa

RFLD President Mrs Gloria Dossi AGUEH Leads Discussions on Women, Peace, and Security at SOCAFRICA Conference

In Cotonou, Benin, Mrs. AGUEH Dossi Sekonnou Gloria, President of Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement, spoke at the Women in Security Africa Conference. The event, aligned with UN Security Council Resolution 1325, focused on the role of women in peacebuilding and security. President Gloria emphasized the importance of understanding the impact of armed conflict on women and the inequalities it exacerbates. The conference explored the influence of global frameworks on local populations, the role of women in preventing extremist violence, and regional cooperation on Women, Peace, and Security issues in Coastal West Africa. RFLD’s participation underscored their dedication to advancing women’s rights and promoting gender equality in sub-Saharan Africa.

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RFLD’s MEL Director Moderates Panel on Assessing the Effectiveness of Regional Instruments Against Democratic Backsliding in West Africa Human Rights
November 29, 2023 Africa

RFLD’s MEL Director Moderates Panel on Assessing the Effectiveness of Regional Instruments Against Democratic Backsliding in West Africa

RFLD’s MEL Director moderated a panel on assessing the effectiveness of regional normative instruments against democratic backsliding in West Africa. The panel brought together experts to discuss the need for stronger implementation mechanisms, enhanced civil society engagement, and improved coordination among regional actors to effectively combat democratic erosion. They emphasized the importance of context-specific analysis and tailored approaches, and called for strengthened regional frameworks to safeguard democratic principles and promote good governance.

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For funders and partnersPour les bailleurs et les partenaires

Fund the women who defend rights in Africa, nowFinancez maintenant les femmes qui défendent les droits en Afrique

Aid to women’s organisations is falling. RFLD moves funding fast to women-led organisations and defenders, in French and English, through a network of 1,143 member organisations in more than 35 African countries.L’aide aux organisations de femmes recule. Le RFLD achemine vite les financements vers les organisations de femmes et les défenseures, en français et en anglais, grâce à un réseau de 1 143 organisations membres dans plus de 35 pays africains.

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. See the partnershipVoir le partenariat

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