By Carren Liandol They call us the Disruptive Generation, as if passion, innovation, and courage are crimes. At the Women 20 (W20) Summit in South Africa, a space meant to shape the future for all women, young voices were few, and when heard, often dismissed as too loud or too bold. But disruption is not […]
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By Nkengafack Eucharia Cameroonian adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) are leading the fight for menstrual health justice and dignity (MHJD), despite global funding cuts to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), entrenched cultural stereotypes, taxes on pads, stigmatisation, and menstrual shaming. The lack of support for MHJD has sparked a backlash, yet courageous
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Attending the AWID Forum was a transformative experience and a privilege to engage with a diverse and passionate global community. It was inspiring to hear voices from all corners of the world, speaking in different languages and representing generations of activism. This was more than an opportunity to listen to stories – it was a
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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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I am a #WOSSO fellow from Zimbabwe, and WOSSO stands for ‘Women of the South Speak Out’. I got to know about WOSSO at work. Our Executive Director, Mrs. Edinah Masiyiwa shared the email and encouraged me to apply. Mai Masiyiwa is a seasoned, unapologetic feminist who roots for women all day – everyday. With
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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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It was Saturday, August 10, 2024, a day that will forever be etched in my memory. It was the day I experienced the power of being famous, if only for five minutes. I remember a message was posted on our Wosso Fellow WhatsApp group by our Mentor Thabetha on the 29th of July asking if
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