
ACCORD hosts inaugural women and youth dialogue: Women and youth exchanging lessons for peace and security
Building the capacities of young women peacebuilders – join the inaugural women and youth dialogue.

Building the capacities of young women peacebuilders – join the inaugural women and youth dialogue.

On June 2, 2020, the African Union released a press release after the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) convened a virtual consultation. The consultation was held to better understand the

Highlighting the fact that women have the agency, capacity and willingness to effectively respond to the pandemic.

Providing a reflective space for CSOs to review the effectiveness of the AU in mainstreaming gender equality.

Following up on the implementation of AU Guidelines on Gender-Responsive Responses to mitigate COVID-19 adverse effects on women and girls.

On April 29, 2020, 128 women’s organizations and activists from 17 countries and Kosovo published a press release. It called upon governments and development partners to ensure effective dialogue with civil

An article written by Kira Walker for Equal Times discusses Yemeni women’s vital role as peacebuilders in the country. Below are some key points. Muna Luqman is a peace activist

An article written by Foluyinka Fakoya discusses the impact of COVID-19 on young girls. Some of the impacts include: Increased risk of sexual exploitation and abuse Increased risk of teenage

This article reports on the Southern African Development Community (SADC) statement relating to the rise of domestic violence and gender violence in Southern Africa due to lockdown measures implemented to curb

The Office of the Special Envoy of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on Women, Peace and Security released a special statement from Madame Bineta Diop about COVID-19 and