AWDF call for proposals is now open 🚨
We are accepting funding applications from movement actors working on gender justice across Africa under 5 specialised grant categories.
Call details ➡️https://t.co/VKoDBqStrG
Deadline: 27 May 2025.
#FeministFunding
WHO comments on United States announcement of intent to withdraw
The World Health Organization regrets the announcement that the United States of America intends to withdraw from the Organization.
WHO plays a crucial role in protecting the health and security of the world’s people, including Americans, by addressing the root causes of disease, building stronger health systems, and detecting, preventing and responding to health emergencies, including disease outbreaks, often in dangerous places where others cannot go.
The United States was a founding member of WHO in 1948 and has participated in shaping and governing WHO’s work ever since, alongside 193 other Member States, including through its active participation in the World Health Assembly and Executive Board.
For over seven decades, WHO and the USA have saved countless lives and protected Americans and all people from health threats. Together, we ended smallpox, and together we have brought polio to the brink of eradication. American institutions have contributed to and benefited from membership in WHO.
With the participation of the United States and other Member States, WHO has over the past 7 years implemented the largest set of reforms in its history, to transform our accountability, cost-effectiveness, and impact in countries. This work continues.
We hope the United States will reconsider and we look forward to engaging in constructive dialogue to maintain the partnership between the USA and WHO, for the benefit of the health and well-being of millions of people around the globe.
As the world grapples with an upsurge in sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), AWHRDs are increasingly targeted for challenging oppressive systems and advocating for the rights of African womn.
While resources may not be adequate to meet the needs of all communities, UAF-Africa adopts a strategic approach in funding. By prioritising catalytic interventions, the Fund focuses on initiatives with the potential to drive transformative change. These efforts aim to create safe environments for AWHRDs, particularly in fragile contexts such as post-conflict zones, and to support movements before, during and after crises.
In 2024, UAF-Africa has delivered over 400 grants, ensuring the protection of AWHRDs and the sustainability of their critical work.
@galzinf I am wondering how easy is it for one to report violence from a partner in Zimbabwe if both persons are part of the LGBTQI community? Does the process present any challenges for the survivor and the perpetrator? If yes, what are these?
Don’t miss our impactful roundtable during the #SVRIForum2024 on October 25 at 11:00 CAT!
Healing Justice: A Next Frontier Liberatory Framework for GBV Prevention & Response. Let's explore how healing can be a tool for liberation and resistance against GBV.
Join onsite at Location: CTICC, Hall 8.3
#HealingJustice #GBV #WHRDs #SVRI24 @TheSVRI
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Rejoignez-nous le 25 octobre à 11:00 CAT pour une table ronde inspirante lors du #ForumSVRI2024 :
La justice réparatrice: Un cadre libératoire pour la prévention et la réponse à la VBG. Explorons comment la guérison peut être un outil de libération et de résistance contre la VBG
Rejoignez-nous sur place à CTICC, Hall 8.3
#JusticeRéparatrice #VBG #DDHF #SVRI24
Rejoignez-nous le 25 octobre à 14:00 CAT pour un dialogue perspicace à #SVRI2024 :
Les tendances sur la violence contre les défenseuses des droits humains des femmes. Explorez comment les défenseuses africains des droits des femmes résistent à la violence et comment la guérison et les soins collectifs peuvent être centrés en réponse.
Inscrivez-vous maintenant 👉https://t.co/sLTlnBEH7p
#DDHF #VBG #ResearchFéminist
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Connect with us on Oct 25 at 14:00 CAT for an insightful dialogue at #SVRI2024:
Trends on Violence Against WHRDs. Explore how African womn’s rights defenders are resisting violence and how healing and collective care can be centered in response.
Register now 👉 https://t.co/sLTlnBEH7p
#WHRDs #GBV #FeministResearch
We are thrilled to be in Cape Town for the #SVRIForum2024!
Join us on October 25 for powerful round tables on Healing Justice, transformative philanthropy, and trends in violence against WHRDs. Explore how African womn’s rights defenders resist violence while centering healing and collective care. 📍 CTICC, Hall 8.3
Stay tuned for updates!
#HealingJustice #GBV #WHRDs #SVRI24 @TheSVRI