Link: https://bit.ly/42GlN6u
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Contact: ontlametse@genderjustice.org.za or eucharia@genderjustice.org.za
Theme: Advancing the African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (AUCEVAWG): Strategies for Civil Society Advocacy on Ratification Domestication
Background
The African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (AUCEVAWG) is a comprehensive legal instrument for the prevention and elimination of all forms of violence against women and girls on the continent. The Convention is currently in the drafting stage allowing for consultation with various stakeholders and African citizens. The decision to establish this Convention was made by the African Union heads of state and government during the 2023 AU Summit, where they agreed to negotiate the AUCEVAWG. In February 2024, they reaffirmed their commitment to finalizing the negotiations and submitting a draft for adoption by February 2025.
Objectives of the dialogue
- Create more awareness about the Convention
- To understand the role that civil society can play in the adoption and implementation of the convention
- To anticipate opposition to the convention and how to counter it
- To create solidarity between young leaders and adults in the implementation of the convention
Expected Outcomes
- Increase understanding of the importance of the convention
- Commitment from civil society to support the implementation convention
- Contribute to improved intergenerational partnerships
Speakers
- Jacqueline Utamuriza-Nzisabira-Regional Policy Specialist for UN Women, East and Southern Africa
- Rumbidzai Chidoori-Regional Policy and Advocacy Coordinator for Sonke Gender Justice
- Irene Ogeta-Program Officer, Young Women’s Advocacy for ATHENA Network
- Melissa Kubvoruno-Young Women Network Chair for the Gender Is My Agenda Campaign (GIMAC)
Time
- 10:00 -12:00 SAST
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