A powerful illustration of the role of power, wealth and silence in sexual abuse being swept under the rug
The man who was once second in line to the President of the United States was indicted by the FBI this week for not reporting large cash withdrawals, as is required by US law, and for lying to the FBI about what these withdrawals were for. The New York Times now reports that two people […]
From Sonke’s Digital Story Collection: Sonwabo’s Story
Sonwabo tells his story as an HIV+ single parent trying to find support, and offering his support to others.
Sonke and partners respond to Government’s crackdown on sex workers
Our joint response with Women’s Legal Centre, SWEAT and the Sisonke National Sex Worker Movement to Government’s Operation Fiela crackdown on sex workers, including especially migrant sex workers. www.wlce.co.za
Mail & Guardian publishes an article on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights
The Mail & Guardian has published an article on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights in which they quote Sonke’s Advocacy and Accountability Programmes Director, Vuyiseka Dubula: “…[S]exual rights of women are compromised in relationships where women do not have power to negotiate safe sex particularly when it comes to prevention of HIV transmission.” ‘Once he says he […]
From Sonke’s Digital Story Collection: James’ Story
James chooses to re-evaluate his life and outlook while his father is unable to adapt to new ideas of masculinity.
Sonke’s Government and Media Relations Manager discusses ‘Intimate Femicide’ on Radio Zibonele
Sonke’s MenCare Government and Media Relations Manager, Patrick Godana will be on Radio Zibonele today at 10:00am and again on Bush Radio at 13:00pm discussing ‘Intimate Femicide’ conceptualized to be the most extreme consequence of intimate partner violence. You can listen here: Zibonele FM broadcasts on the 98.2 FM – Cape Town Bush Radio broadcasts […]
Sonke staff members paint a community mural that celebrates African unity
Sonke staff are painting a community mural that celebrates African unity this week. Join us today at Central Johannesburg College – Troyville Campus – Walter Sisulu and Pretoria Streets. [CP] #AfricaDay
Sonke’s Policy Development and Advocacy Specialist on Radio Islam discussing the need to end Operation Fiela
Sonke’s Policy Development and Advocacy Specialist, Marlise Richter will be on Radio Islam today at 5:50pm to talk about the need for government to end Operation Fiela, protect foreign nationals, and embrace African Unity: http://www.radioislam.org.za/audio_stream/
This Africa Day, Sonke releases a Public Service Announcement calling for African unity and an end to Xenophobia
View the video version of Sonke’s anti-xenophobia PSA here.
What do people living in South Africa think about Xenophobia?
Sonke asks people to share their views on the recent outbursts of South African xenophobia.
Sonke shares a Public Service Announcement urging all South Africans to take a stand against Xenophobia
View part 2 of Sonke’s anti-xenophobia PSA.
Today marks Africa Day, the 52nd anniversary of the Organisation of African Unity, now known as the African Union
View part 1 of Sonke’s anti-xenophobia PSA.
IOL reports on Sonke’s statement to government on Africa Day
Article in IOL reports on Sonke’s statement to government on #AfricaDay and quotes President Zuma as saying: “Starting from today, every community and institutions must practice the African Union anthem and must be able to sing it at all gatherings and celebrations…” http://mobi.iol.co.za/#!/article/zuma-media-blew-up-xeno-attacks-1.1862643 @presidencyZa IOL: Zuma: Media blew up xeno attacks Pretoria – President Jacob […]
Sonke statement calling on government to end Operation Fiela and to promote African unity
The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa #xenophobia #AfricaDay SGJ: Sonke calls on Government to embrace African unity on Africa Day www.polity.org.za Monday, May 25, is “Africa Day,” and Sonke urges the South African government to take urgent steps to repair relations with other countries in Africa, and to embrace African unity, amidst serious […]
How Operation Fiela is hurting South African children
Article in Al Jazeera English on how Operation Fiela is hurting South African children quotes Sonke’s Demelza Bush: “Demelza Bush of the national nonprofit Sonke Gender Justice said she saw a 4-month-old-baby whose mother was detained being nursed by another woman in the camp.” http://america.aljazeera.com/articles/2015/5/22/in-south-african-displacement-camp-children-bear-brunt-of.html [CP] Displaced children bear brunt of South Africa’s crime crackdown […]
Sonke participates in UN regional consultation with human right defenders in Kampala
Approximately 45 human rights defenders from local and regional Ugandan NGOs meet to share their insights with the UN.
Sonke calls on SA government to end discrimination of foreign nationals on Africa Day
Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa announces the inaugural celebration of “Africa Month” this May.
UN grants Sonke ECOSOC special consultative status
Sonke granted special rights to participate in the work of the UN, present their views and deliver testimony.
Sonke statement on Operation Fiela in Beeld
Beeld references Sonke (and our partners’) call to the South African government to stop stigmatising foreign nationals and to end Operation Fiela.
Sonke’s concerns on Operation Fiela in Die Burger
Die Burger references Sonke (and our partners’) call to the South African government to stop stigmatising foreign nationals and to end Operation Fiela.
Male prison rape survivors speak out
Sonke Gender Justice, Just Detention International & NICRO are partnered to increase public awareness around prisoner rape. In the Mail & Guardian today, three brave men who went through a digital story-telling process with us speak out about rape in prisons.
Sonke’s Policy Development and Advocacy Specialist discusses Operation Fiela on ENCA.com
ENCA interviews Sonke’s Policy Development and Advocacy Specialist, Marlise Richter, about Operation Fiela http://www.enca.com/south-africa/more-migrants-seeking-counseling-after-operation-fiela-crackdown
Thanks to Upworthy for sharing our video on why South Africa should fully decriminalise sex work
Watch a video explaining the Swedish Model and why it is unsuitable to instate in the South African context.
SA human rights groups call on government to stop stigmatisation of foreign nationals
Over the last few weeks, the South African government has deployed large numbers of police and the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to conduct a series of raids in various parts of South Africa, most notably in the Johannesburg CBD. While government has claimed these raids are to address crime, in reality, this strategy […]
