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190 Participants, 55 Countries: Relive Our Digital Violence Webinar | Watch Recording Now Women's Rights
February 13, 2026 Africa

190 Participants, 55 Countries: Relive Our Digital Violence Webinar | Watch Recording Now

On February 10, 2026, the webinar “Digital Violence Across Africa: Continental Strategies from the RFLD Safety Compendium” marked a historic moment, uniting 190 participants from all 55 African countries for a 90-minute discussion on critical topics like platform accountability and digital safety. Advocates, government officials, and experts engaged in bilingual dialogue, addressing over 40 questions and sharing insights from four panelists. This event highlighted the importance of transnational advocacy and legal frameworks in enhancing the safety of digital spaces across Africa. The compendium resulting from this initiative is accessible for free online, fostering continued dialogue on these pressing issues.

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Women and Individuals Subjected to Violence, Discrimination, Persecution, and Oppression in Francophone Africa: The Need for Local Investment and Collaboration Human Rights
March 3, 2025 Africa

Women and Individuals Subjected to Violence, Discrimination, Persecution, and Oppression in Francophone Africa: The Need for Local Investment and Collaboration

In West and Central Africa, women, persons living with disabilities (PLWDs), and indigenous peoples face severe violence and discrimination due to entrenched patriarchy, inadequate legal protections, and cultural stigmas. Local investment and collaboration are vital for addressing their unique challenges. Empowering grassroots organizations helps develop sustainable solutions that reflect community contexts. Collaborations involving governments, civil society, and international agencies are essential for policy advocacy and resource allocation. Education and awareness campaigns are crucial, as they foster empathy and understanding, empowering marginalized groups. Technology can amplify voices and improve access to resources. Addressing these challenges collectively can promote equity and justice.

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Navigating Challenges: The Path to Ending Violence Against Women and Girls in Africa Women's Rights
February 16, 2025 Africa

Navigating Challenges: The Path to Ending Violence Against Women and Girls in Africa

Violence against women and girls (VAWG) remains a critical issue in the Sahel, West, and Central Africa, marked by various forms such as intimate partner violence and harmful practices like FGM. Efforts to combat VAWG face challenges, including inadequate implementation of legal frameworks, funding constraints, insufficient research, and the impact of conflict. Cultural norms perpetuate VAWG, necessitating male involvement in prevention. While treaties like the AUCEVAWG provide a framework for action, gaps in addressing intersectionality and resource limitations hinder progress. Collective action from governments and NGOs like the RFLD is essential for creating a safer environment and enabling women’s participation in society.

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Fighting Gender Inequality and Violence in Francophone West Africa: A Worrying Prognosis Climate Justice
October 30, 2023 Africa

Fighting Gender Inequality and Violence in Francophone West Africa: A Worrying Prognosis

In a context where laws in favor of women’s rights face profound obstacles, French-speaking West Africa, including countries such as Benin, Togo, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria and Guinea, faces a series of significant challenges. These include the persistence of discriminatory cultural and social customs, tolerance of violence against women and weak law enforcement. To meet these challenges, a multidimensional approach is required. This involves deconstructing the patriarchal system, challenging discriminatory social norms and empowering women economically. Proposed solutions include awareness-raising and education to transform gender norms, development of protective laws and policies, empowerment of women and girls, access to support services and active community participation.

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