Over one hundred youth from Bushbuckridge in Mpumalanga participated in the inaugural youth leadership bootcamp in Thulamahashe on the 7th of November 2025. Hosted by the Civil Society Forum, Cody’s Kitchen and BBR Colour Splash, in partnership with Sonke Gender Justice, the bootcamp equipped young people with leadership and financial skills, as well as practical […]
Dear Readers, We are delighted to present the 3rd edition of Sonke’s quarterly newsletter, showcasing our latest milestones and ongoing efforts in advancing gender justice. We reflect with pride on the dedication and commitment of our team and partners in driving Sonke’s mission forward. This edition captures significant highlights of our work including Sonke’s leadership […]
The Power To Youth learning and celebration festival was convened in Mombasa, Kenya, from the 29th September to 3rd October 2025 under the theme “Learning for Legacy: Embedding change beyond 2025.” To mark this milestone, the festival brought together partners from the seven implementing countries, namely Uganda, Malawi, Kenya, Ghana, Indonesia, Senegal, and Ethiopia, stakeholders […]
Sonke Gender Justice extends its heartfelt appreciation to the RES Foundation for its ongoing partnership in supporting youth empowerment, violence prevention, and gender justice in Diepsloot, Johannesburg. Through the Going for Goal project, Sonke uses the unifying power of sport to address crime, drug use, and gender-based violence among young people, while strengthening positive parenting, […]
‘The event did not only showcase the milestone of the PtY project, but I also witnessed the future of the youths taking space in advocacy matters.’ Zulu, MATI 2024 Alumni. The Power to Youth (PtY) regional learning and celebration festival, which took place at Ndere Cultural Centre in Kampala, Uganda, from 21 to 22 August, was […]
The Generation Gender (GenG) Coalition officially launched its 2024 Social Audit Report. This follows an in-depth audit process conducted last year across six key GenG implementation sites in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, and the Eastern Cape. The social audit brings to light critical insights into how young people experience and engage with gender justice services and mechanisms in their […]
Over one hundred learners and eight educators in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province have been capacitated on tools to advocate for gender equality and social justice in their respective schools and communities. This is through Sonke’s “Eyolutsha leMpumaKapa” youth-led project funded by Kindernothilfe, KNH. Earlier this year, the initiative rolled out four intensive youth ambassadors […]
Generation Gender is a program that aims to address gender-based violence in South Africa through meaningful and inclusive youth participation videos. This video will help you learn more about what generation genders aims, Impact, highlights,challenges, and future legacy.
In this powerful conclusion to the Generation Gender South Africa series, Part 5 explores the legacy and sustainability of the programme through the voices of those who helped shape it. From grassroots changemakers to youth leaders, discover how this initiative continues to influence lives beyond the funding cycle. This episode is a testament to the […]
In this fourth part of the #GenerationGender South Africa series, learn about the impactful journey and challenges faced in the fight against gender-based violence.
This inspiring video showcases the transformative impact of a youth empowerment program driving real change in communities across South Africa. From training young women as GBV champions to influencing national policy and local decision-making, the program is a testament to the power of youth-led advocacy. Discover how young people are pushing for youth-friendly services, leading […]
This is part of a video series about generation gender a program that aims to address gender-based violence in South Africa through meaningful and inclusive youth participation videos in this series look at generation genders aims Impact highlights challenges and future legacy. #GenerationGender #GenerationGenderSA
Now available on iOS and Android, the GenG Engage App is here to empower communities to combat Gender based violence. In a bold and groundbreaking step towards ending gender-based violence and femicide in South Africa, the Generation Gender programme, also known as GenG, officially launched a pioneering mobile application on 4th April 2025, designed to empower individuals, connect survivors to critical services, and strengthen the national response to GBVF. […]
The Power Youth Expedition is an annual document which neatly captures the highlights of impactful work done by Power To Youth Uganda in communities. These insights reflect on topics which are abound but are not limited to Meaningful and Inclusive Youth Participation (MIYP), Gender Transformative approach (GTA) Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR). As you […]
Young leaders of the Power To Youth program were part of insightful conversations and knowledge sharing at the Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) held in Kigali, Rwanda, from the 2nd to 5th of March 2025 under the theme Connected for Change: Addressing the Socio-Ecological Dynamics of Health. The AHAIC was an opportunity to revitalize […]
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence 2024 campaign is commemorated under the theme Towards 30 years of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action: UNiTE to End Violence Against Women. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration from different stakeholders in the GBV response. One group that is often overlooked in programming is […]
Young people in Malawi have highlighted that a good example of meaningful and inclusive youth participation is recognising the contributions of young people, providing them leadership roles, and giving equal access to opportunities so they can become the best versions of themselves. These youth advocates who are part of the PowerToYouth program see MIYP as […]
Sonke Gender Justice partnered with Save the Children on the SIDA programme to strengthen the capacity of various civil society organisations on implementing Gender Transformative Approaches for children’s rights and parenting. The program worked with CSOs based in Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa. This video reflects on the implementation process and impact.
The Summit of the Future brought together global leaders, innovators, activists, government representatives, and civil society leaders with a unified goal: to shape a more sustainable, just, and inclusive world. This great event was more than just another international gathering, it was a call to action, urging us to rethink global cooperation, human rights, and […]
The Power to You(th) Programme has started a global initiative dubbed #HearUsOut campaign to promote the rights of young people and elevate their voices and aspirations. This campaign calls on communities and local leaders to address issues that influence the lives of young people and ensure that youths are heard on issues that are critical […]
MenEngage Africa welcomes the official ban on child marriages in Sierra Leone. President Julius Maada Bio signed into law the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act on Tuesday, 2 July 2024, at a signing ceremony organized by First Lady Fatima Bio in Freetown. The First Lady Bio’s “Hands Off Our Girls” campaign has been instrumental in […]
Amukelani Chauke’s journey in Communications and Social Media began with his humble beginning as a volunteer at Sonke Gender Justice. Through his work in the Community Mobilization and Education Unit, he discovered his passion for empowering young people, communities and advocating for social change using media and communications. Chauke has honed his skills in various […]
Introducing Thabani Kalala, a young person born and bred in Durban, KwaZulu Natal. Thabani is driven by human and community development. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Community Development from the University of South Africa. He founded the uMtwalume Youth and Community Development Project and later became a Champion for the Generation Gender programme. […]
“The South African youth must take up space and actively participate in forums for the betterment of their communities, they must also exercise their right to freedom of speech by advocating for change on social media”. This is according to Galetshwane Sibeko, Sonke’s Community Action Team member chairperson. A CAT member is defined as ” […]