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The definition of empowered women

The definition of empowered women

There’s something remarkable about walking into a room filled with women especially when it’s a room that keeps filling up, each new arrival adding to the collective energy. Normally, the […]

August 27, 2024 Themes: Gender equality | Politics | Young Women Programs: Gender & Governance

7-day regional adventure powered by WOSSO

7-day regional adventure powered by WOSSO

Rita Tiriboyi, amongst a number of her initiatives and achievements, was identified to be a Woman of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) Fellow. WOSSO is a Global South programme which […]

August 27, 2024 Themes: Young Women Programs: Gender & Governance

Becoming a WOSSO Fellow

Becoming a WOSSO Fellow

“Be bright in that corner where you are!” This simple yet powerful phrase became our anthem during the onboarding week of the Women of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) Fellowship. […]

August 22, 2024 Themes: Gender equality | Young Women Programs: GL Services

Southern Africa: WOSSO takes off on Women’s Day

Southern Africa: WOSSO takes off on Women’s Day

Harare 9 August: Women of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) fellows from Southern Africa make their debut on South African Women’s Day at the start of a packed programme in […]

Southern Africa: Voice and Choice awards

Southern Africa: Voice and Choice awards

Johannesburg, 8 November 2023: Grantees from 36 organisations across six SADC countries walked away with prizes in ten categories at a vibrant closing gala dinner on 2 November at the […]

November 13, 2023 Themes: Gender equality | LGBTI | Young Women Programs: Gender Justice

“I explained to my children how Safe Haven Halfway Home is allowing us to grow stronger before one day, we move out into a house of our own.”

I had a difficult childhood. My mother was the sole breadwinner and had to do everything on her own. My siblings and I did not attend kindergarten. When we went […]

“As I reached the other side of the river, it started raining and the God-sent water washed away all the dirt that was on my body.”

I am 25 years old and I have three daughters who are under seven years old. My life has always been full of difficulties. I did not know my father […]

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 […]

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 […]