Tag: Women Leaders Network for Development

  • OPEN LETTER TO H.E. ADAMA BARROW, PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE GAMBIA

    Protecting Our Girls, Protecting Our Future Dear President Barrow, The Women Leaders Network for Development writes to you today with deep concern regarding the proposed Bill seeking to repeal the Women’s (Amendment) Act 2015, a cornerstone legislation prohibiting Female Genital Mutilation and Cutting (FGMC) in The Gambia. The 2015 Act stands as a testament to…

  • RFLD’s Handbook : A Tool for Women on the Frontlines for Water Justice in Sub-Saharan Africa

    Across Sub-Saharan Africa, the lack of access to clean water presents a stark reality, particularly for women. This burden extends far beyond simply obtaining water for drinking. It translates into countless hours spent collecting water for cooking, cleaning, and growing food, a responsibility that falls disproportionately on women’s shoulders. This handbook, produced by the Réseau…

  • RFLD: The Unfinished Symphony – Accelerating Progress for Women in Sub-Saharan Africa

    The melody of progress for women in Sub-Saharan Africa echoes with both triumphant notes and discordant strains. While strides have been made in education, healthcare, and political participation, a persistent undercurrent of inequality dampens the full potential of this symphony. On this International Day of Women (IDW) 2024, RFLD raises its voice in a call…

  • Combating HIV/AIDS in the Central African Region: RFLD’s Multifaceted Approach in Congo Brazzaville and Beyond

    The Central African region, encompassing countries like Congo Brazzaville, faces a significant burden of HIV/AIDS. While progress has been made in recent years, challenges remain in preventing new infections, ensuring access to treatment, and tackling the stigma associated with the virus. Recognizing this critical public health concern, RFLD, a dedicated organization advocating for health and…

  • Addressing Gender-Based Violence in Burkina Faso: RFLD’s Network of Legal Aid Clinics

    Gender-based violence (GBV) is a devastating reality affecting countless individuals in Burkina Faso. To ensure survivors receive the justice and support they deserve, RFLD, an organization dedicated to human rights, has established a vital network of legal aid clinics across the country. These clinics offer free legal representation and comprehensive support to those who have…

  • Supporting Women Peacemakers: Inclusion in Conflict Resolution and Post-Conflict Reconstruction in Benin

    RFLD’s Commitment to Women Peacemakers RFLD, a non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting peace, human rights, and development, recognizes the critical role women play in achieving lasting peace and fostering sustainable development. In Benin, where RFLD actively works, supporting women peacemakers and advocating for their inclusion in conflict resolution and post-conflict reconstruction is a central pillar…

  • RFLD and Blumont Discuss Potential Collaboration in Porto Novo

    Porto Novo, Benin – February 18, 2024 –  Mrs. Agueh Dossi, President of the Réseau des Femmes Leaders et Développement – RFLD, welcomed a delegation from Blumont, a Virginia-based USA organization. During the discussions, Mrs. Dossi and BLUMONT delegation exchanged ideas on how they could work together to address the critical needs of communities in…

  • Empowering the Youth: Confronting Obstacles to Comprehensive Sex Education in Benin

    In Benin, as in many sub-Saharan African countries, the issue of sex education is a sensitive and complex one. Yet promoting quality sex education is crucial to ensuring the public health and well-being of adolescents and young people. Benin faces many challenges in the area of sexual and reproductive health. For several years now, issues…

  • Women Leaders Network for Development – Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD) work in Subsaharan Africa

    The Women Leaders Network for Development – Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD) is a Sub-Saharan African feminist organization working to end discrimination, violence against women & girls, promote gender equality and human rights. The Women Leaders Network for Development – Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD) founded in 2012 is…

  • Safeguarding the Vote, Strengthening Democracy: Promoting Peaceful Elections in West Africa

    West Africa grapples with a multitude of challenges that hinder peaceful elections. Historical grievances, ethnic tensions, and socio-economic inequalities create fertile ground for manipulation and violence. Disinformation, fueled by social media and traditional rumor mills, can sow discord and undermine confidence in electoral processes. Weak institutions, coupled with inadequate legal frameworks, often fail to effectively…

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