Join us for the 2nd cohort of Redefining Branding Etiquette for Growing Women 2024, with Gérardine Mahoro; founder at ACT05 and the GONAT Fund Manager at African Development Bank (AfDB) as our guest speaker for this series. If you’re a woman intentional about your growth and development, then this program is for you. Register here. DATE: May 11, 2024 TIME: …
Women in Africa have long been at the heart of their communities, making significant contributions to societal progress at all levels. This exact message is often repeated, especially in media coverages that highlight women’s issues. However, limiting issues persist and there are still noticeable gaps between men and women in accessing quality education, healthcare, good jobs, and leadership positions. It’s …
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Women, Development, and Advocacy Roundtable (WODAR) is a collaborative initiative aimed at deepening our understanding of the challenges faced by women in Africa, specifically within the scope of development and advocacy. By convening a diverse group of perspectives, the Lady Dynamique Network strives not only to highlight existing obstacles but also to identify …
Redefining Branding Etiquette (RBE) for Growing Women 2024 Cohort 1 series. DATE: February 24, 2024 TIME: 10:00 (GMT+1) VENUE: Online Click here to register for the 2024 Cohort 1 series.
At the heart of any achievement lies a foundation of support, whether in the form of a platform or an individual. Women and girls particularly require substantial support, especially at fundamental levels within families and societies and this is where building healthy relationships in the fight to end VAWG comes in. Without a solid support system, individuals who have experienced …
Education is a multifaceted tool in preventing violence against women and girls. Its significance lies in the proactive approach of averting violence altogether, making knowledge the cornerstone of effective prevention. Consider attempting to fly a plane without any prior knowledge of flying. The inevitable result would be a disaster, as you lack the education necessary to navigate the aircraft safely. …
When I encountered the term: “artvocacy,” it struck a chord with me as I realized how deeply it aligns with the idea of advocating for survivors through the medium of art and creativity, providing them with the opportunity to harness its profound healing power. The saying “Art is life” has never rung truer and felt more relatable. Personally, writing has …
Resilience is a fundamental human trait that can be developed by anyone. It’s not an exclusive characteristic but rather a skill attainable by all. Building resilience, especially after surviving violence, is entirely achievable and we live in a time of digitalization where various channels are essential elements in combating violence against women and its effects. The digital landscape has transformed …
There is no gainsay that women are frequently subjected to various forms of violence, a reality that extends to every facet of their lives. Whether at home, in marketplaces, on the streets, or within their workplaces, women often find themselves facing such unpleasant experiences. In fact, it is the issue of sexual harassment in the workplace that triggers reactions capable …
No disrespect to the Gen-Zs, but a birdie once mentioned to me that mental health is sometimes perceived as an overemphasized buzzword amongst themselves. In fact, there’s someone I know who might be reading this and chuckling because of the clichéd excuses often used to justify bad behavior by attributing it to mental health issues. Unfortunately, this inclination to downplay …
