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Tanzania: Building a movement for change on safe abortion

Tanzania: Building a movement for change on safe abortion

Sophia Sushi, the Executive Director and one of the Founders of Teens Corridor, an organization promoting adolescent sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and a member of the Coalition of […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: Reproductive health Programs: Gender Justice

Tanzania: Male health worker leads the way

Tanzania: Male health worker leads the way

“Since my first encounter with the Salama Foundation, my work has transformed. I now approach my role with greater confidence and a deeper understanding of how to navigate cultural norms […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: Reproductive health Programs: Gender Justice

Zimbabwe: Male advocate for women’s health rights

Zimbabwe: Male advocate for women’s health rights

“We want to ensure women and girls are healthy and can make their own choices about their bodies.” In the rural heart of Chipinge, Zimbabwe, Mlambo Mlambo, a community leader, […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: Reproductive health Programs: Gender Justice

Tanzania: Standing proud on LGBTQI rights

Tanzania: Standing proud on LGBTQI rights

In a country that is proposing even harsher laws for same-sex sexual activity; and with ongoing violence and societal discrimination against the LGBTQI community, there is a growing movement, nurturing […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: Drivers of Change | LGBTI Programs: Gender Justice

SA: From victim to HIV counsellor

SA: From victim to HIV counsellor

Matthew Mathabe is a young man in his early 40’s living with HIV in Orange Farm, an informal settlement to the south of Johannesburg, South Africa. Matthew had his fair […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: HIV/AIDS Programs: Gender Justice

Zimbabwe: Young women challenge social norms

Zimbabwe: Young women challenge social norms

Blessing Mutambara is a young woman from a rural community in Masvingo studying for a BSc in Sociology degree with the Great Zimbabwe University in Masvingo, central Zimbabwe. Mutambara was […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: GBV | Reproductive health Programs: Gender Justice

Tanzania: Taking a stand against FGM

Tanzania: Taking a stand against FGM

“I feel happy to be here; I feel safe because my father is not around, and I can continue with school.” Despite the ban on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: Drivers of Change | GBV Programs: Gender Justice

SA: Turning pain to power

SA: Turning pain to power

Thandeka Dlamini, who is from a traditional area in rural KwaZulu Natal, which is one of South Africa’s nine provinces, is emerging as a leader of other women in the […]

October 28, 2024 Themes: Child Abuse | Disability Programs: Gender Justice

Zimbabwe: Chief’s wife joins the fight against GBV

Zimbabwe: Chief’s wife joins the fight against GBV

This case study highlights the significant role that the wives of traditional leaders, particularly Mai Chikosha, play in addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in rural Zimbabwe, specifically in Ward 16 of […]

October 27, 2024 Themes: GBV Programs: Gender Justice

Eswatini: Girls clubs grow confidence

Eswatini: Girls clubs grow confidence

“I want to help labanye, who need any support. Hence, I want to become a psychologist” Sibandze, a former shy student at Mandulo High School, transformed remarkably through her involvement […]

October 27, 2024 Themes: Young Women Programs: Gender Justice

Resta Dzvinyangoma: Life after overcoming painful situations

Alderman Resta Dzvinyangoma is the first-born daughter in a family of three girls and two boys. She was deprived of the right to finish her secondary school education by her […]

Mauritius – “MPs should represent the voice of the citizens and adopt a people-centred approach.” Subhasnee Luchmun Roy

“Everyone should be given the opportunity to serve their country, without any discrimination.” Subhasnee Luchmun Roy is a member of the National Assembly and a member of the political party […]