Bindura, Zimbabwe 6 December: Today we commemorate the Montreal Massacre, a day to reflect on femicide and conversely to commit to positive masculinity. On December 6, 1989, Mark Lepine entered École Polytechnique at the Université of Montréal, Canada with the intent to kill women, blaming them for his failure to gain entrance to the engineering programme. […]
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Between 30th September and 2nd October, I attended the 5th MENA Region Adolescent Health Conference in Alexandria, Egypt. As a WOSSO fellow, I was particularly enthusiastic to learn more about what is possible in adolescent health in our region. And I was not disappointed. I work on youth sexual and reproductive health and rights in
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There’s a proverb that says, “When you haven’t traveled, you haven’t seen.” My recent trip to Zimbabwe to attend the Southern Africa Youth Forum brought this saying to life a journey of discovery, new experiences, a wealth of knowledge, and unforgettable moments. This travel experience will forever hold a special place in my heart. Several
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As a successful career woman, I have faced numerous challenges in my professional journey. Despite my achievements, I have been subjected to stereotypes, criticism, and biases that have tested my resolve and resilience. This case study highlights my experiences and the strategies I have employed to overcome these obstacles. As part of Wosso fellows one
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There’s something remarkable about walking into a room filled with women especially when it’s a room that keeps filling up, each new arrival adding to the collective energy. Normally, the idea of being in such a space would make me anxious, perhaps even a bit uneasy. But on the first night of the onboarding program,
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“Be bright in that corner where you are!” This simple yet powerful phrase became our anthem during the onboarding week of the Women of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) Fellowship. The melody might have been catchy, but the words? They’ve stayed with me long after the last note faded. Let me tell you why. Being
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I have been on different platforms where i get to be introduced as “advocate” and people automatically conclude that i am a legal person by profession. Well i enjoy this at times because i get to earn some respect that’s accorded these kind of professionals. To set the record straight, the title came about as
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