Sonke acknowledges The Times apology regarding article on corporal punishment
Sonke thanks The Times their front page and online apology and note and appreciate their commitment to child rights.
MenEngage Zimbabwe at CSW61
Musa Hove – co-ordinator of MenEngage Zimbabwe – represents the organisation at CSW61.
South Africa’s rape epidemic
Sonke Change Trial featured in The Economist.
Praise for SA policies on women
Sonke commends the South African government’s stance on gender equality.
End FGM at CSW61
MenEngage Africa and UNFPA invite you to join us for a panel discussion on “Moving from Rhetoric to Accountability – Work with Men and Boys on the Abandonment of FGM.”
Half The Man He Used To Be: Redefining the Role of Masculinity in South Africa
South African citizens are beginning to investigate what it means to be a man in their country.
Sonke calls for greater political leadership and accountability in response to xenophobia
We call on government and civil society to increase investment in containing violence, and to put long-term measures in place to prevent and address violence and hostility.
Concerned civil society groups calls on government to address xenophobia
CSOs and concerned citizens address letter to the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights asking them to take measures against xenophobia.
Women’s empowerment a path to men’s sense of fulfilment
An inspiring story from Elias Muindi, programme officer for Kenya MenEngage Alliance (KEMEA) appears in the latest edition of Voice Male Magazine, a special collaboration with MenEngage Alliance ahead of the upcoming 61st Commission on the Status of Women (CSW61).
SAfAIDS new host for MenEngage Zimbabwe
MenEngage Africa expresses excitement to have the organisation SAfAIDS take on the role of Secretariat for the Zimbabwe network.
Walk to promote positive masculinities
Multifaceted advocacy campaign held in the village of Ha Ramorakane, western Lesotho, aims to eliminate GBV and child marriages.
Taking a stand against gender based violence in the taxi industry
Sonke Gender Justice has launched the Cape Town leg of the Safe Ride campaign in Gugulethu.
Call to give Prisons Inspectorate more powers
Sonke is bringing a Constitutional Court application against the JICS. By Safura Abdool Karim for GROUNDUP.
Taxi drivers schooled about violence and harassment of passengers
Initiative launched in Cape Town aims to curb harassment and sexual violence against passengers by training taxi employees.
Taxi drivers told: respect women passengers
Campaign to stop sexual violence in taxi industry.
KEMEA member involved in workplace HIV testing
300 UN staff working in high-risk regions were tested for HIV during last year’s 16 Days of Activism.
Involving men as active parents contributes to gender equality
First Lady of Namibia hosts unique event aimed at sensitising men on the importance of challenging harmful gender stereotypes.
A warm welcome to MenEngage Tanzania’s new co-ordinator!
Michael Jackson – a University of Dar es Salaam graduate – has joined the Secretariat of MenEngage Tanzania.
Save SA’s real SONA event
Thabang Pooe, Sonke’s Policy Development and Advocacy Fellow gives impassioned speech at Real SONA event
Former mineworker with incurable lung disease appeals to gold mining industry to compensate
Former mineworker with incurable lung disease calls for compensation during press conference hosted by Sonke Gender Justice on Tuesday 7 February 2017
Press conference: Former mineworkers, caregivers and children speak out on the effects of silicosis
Sonke facilitates a press conference for stricken mineworkers to give a firsthand account of the impact of silicosis in their lives.
Sonke appoints Co-Executive Directors to lead the organisation into 2017 and beyond
New developments in Sonke’s leadership structure reflect the gender and racial transformation which the organisation seeks to achieve.
Australian government makes generous donation towards Sonke’s gender equality programmes
Australian International Development Minister visits Sonke’s Johannesburg office in support of the “What’s Violence Got To Do With It” programme.
Sonke Gender Justice and Lawyers for Human Rights challenge the lack of independence of the Judicial Inspectorate
Sonke and LHR litigate for improved accountability of the Portfolio Committee for Justice and Correctional Services.
