Dear esteemed readers,
We are thrilled to present to you the 16 days of activism for no violence against women and girls special edition newsletter. In this issue, you will find our stance on the declaration of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide as a national disaster during the G20 Social Summit by the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa. We have crafted a thought-provoking article that emphasizes the importance of solidarity in ending digital violence. We also curated educative content on male allyship and Gender Transformative Approaches in addressing the root causes of violence.
Together, we can #EndGBVF.
Happy reading!
NEWS AND VIEWS
Sonke cautiously welcomes the classification of GBVF as a national disaster
At the closing of the G20 Social Summit in Johannesburg last month, President Cyril Ramaphosa declared Gender-Based Violence and Femicide a National Disaster under the Disaster Management Act, 2002, signalling a coordinated national response to the scourge. Read More
Power of the collective in ending digital VAWG
Reports indicate 73% of women journalists in South Africa have experienced Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence. Activists around the world acknowledge the importance of the collective in dismantling this vicious cycle. One of Sonke’s trainers, Lwazi Sikoti, reflects on this. Read more
Engaging men and boys remains a stratgeic appraoch to breaking the cycle of violence and advancing gender equality. As we build momentum through the MenEngage Africa network,it is evident that male allyship is very instrumental in adressing the root causes of GBV and fostering a culture of respect and justice. This video provides insights on why engaging men and boys is pivotal for ending violence and promoting gender equality. 
Power To Youth advocates raise voices against GBV
Through the #HearUsOut global campaign, Power To Youth advocates speak up about social justice issues and hold leaders accountable. Youths in Malawi are raising awareness against gender-based violence and negative social norms like early and child marriage. They are calling for the promotion of girls’ education and women’s rights to end gender-based violence. Watch
Contributors List: Editor – Eucharia Nkengafack. Writer(s) – Lwazi Sikoti, Kgomotso Mophulane. Design & Layout – ALT Advisory
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