Drivers of Change

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

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

Zimbabwe: Summit call closes 30 October

Zimbabwe: Summit call closes 30 October

Local authorities in Zimbabwe, Voice and Choice Southern Africa Fund grantees, Women of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) Zimbabwe fellows and Zimbabwe media are cordially invited to submit entries for […]

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 […]

A councillor should ensure the mental, physical as well as spiritual emancipation of inhabitants in the locality.

Dhanita Devi Ramsaran is an elected village councillor of the District Council of Flacq since the year 2020. She has known Gender Links via social media and has also previously […]

Additionally, as a dedicated pastor, she takes her advocacy several steps ahead : she shares the beauty and necessity of equality between men and women with the followers of her faith.

Additionally, as a dedicated pastor, she takes her advocacy several steps ahead : she shares the beauty and necessity of equality between men and women with the followers of her faith.

Natacha Hossanny began her career as an officer at the Municipality of Port-Louis (MPL) in 2012. She has known Gender Links (GL) since then and has witnessed the admirable endeavour […]

Embracing the fundamental principles of democracy, she dreams of a society where freedom of expression flourishes, empowering every citizen to voice their opinions without fear or restraint.

Embracing the fundamental principles of democracy, she dreams of a society where freedom of expression flourishes, empowering every citizen to voice their opinions without fear or restraint.

Anoushka Jyotee Greedharree Oogarah has first heard of Gender Links (GL) through its shelter, Safe Haven Halfway Home (SHHH). She expresses her desire to extend her warmest congratulations to the […]

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 […]

Mauritius – “There is the need for a critical mass of women to change the status quo, in politics and in other roles.” Soonita Kistamah

“Providing the opportunity for women to participate effectively in politics should neither be seen as a favour on women nor simply a result of laws or quotas.” Soonita Kistamah has […]

Mauritius – “Women should remain determined; there is the space for them in politics.” Sandra Mayotte

“Nowadays, children receive very empowering messages on the status, role and potentiality of women.” Sandra Marie Monia Mayotte is a member of the National Assembly and a member of the […]