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Reflecting on a Year of Impact and Partnership As 2024 draws to a close, we at IM Swedish Development Partner (Southern Africa region office), celebrate the strides made together with our incredible partners across #Malawi and #Zimbabwe. I was honoured during the year, to have an opportunity of meeting each one of them along with the rightsholders they work with. Through their dedication and resilience, I saw and felt their remarkable progress in advancing economic justice, climate resilience, and social inclusion. 👥 In Malawi, through our partnership with Malawi Economic Justice Network (MEJN), Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy (CEPA), Point of Progress (PoP), Youth Action For Success and Development -YASD, Concerned Youth Organisation (CYO), and Green Girls Platform (GGP), we have seen remarkable progress as they championed initiatives that empowered women and youth and their communities whilst driving sustainable change amongst the rightsholders. 🌿 Across the borders, in Zimbabwe, our great partnership with Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development ZIMCODD, Green Governance Zimbabwe Trust (GGZT), Sprout Women Empowerment Trust (SWET), Green Institute and Simukai Child Protection Programme have continued to lead the charge for climate justice, economic empowerment, and advocacy. Through this partnership, we’re building a future where voices are heard, power has been shifted, and communities are thriving as you can see in the provided video collage of various photos from our partners.💪 #ReflectingOnImpact #EconomicJustice #ClimateResilience #SocialInclusion #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateJustice #PowerShift #ThrivingCommunities

Day 16: The Future We Want As we wrap up the #16DaysofActivism one thing is clear, a safe, equitable future demands collective action. From breaking barriers in menstrual hygiene to advocating for inclusive policies, these daily steps are just the beginning. True change comes from sustained effort. It’s not just about these 16 days—it’s about the next 365 and beyond. Together, let’s keep addressing the intersection of WASH and GBV, challenging inequalities, and building a world where everyone has access to dignity, safety, and opportunity. This journey doesn’t end here. It starts anew every single day—with you, with me, with us all. 🌍 Let’s commit to the future we want. A future of justice, equity, and hope. Kisumu Youth WaSH Parliament KEWASNET USAID Kenya Ni Mimi Campaign COVAW KENYA FEMNET - African Women's Development and Communication Network CARE International In Uganda #16DaysOfActivism #EndGBV #WASHForAll #GenderEquality #SocialJustice #KeepTheMomentum

#InternationalDayForRuralWomen Today, we celebrate the resilience and strength of that rural woman worldwide. It's important to acknowledge the challenges they face, especially in Kenya's Lake Basin. Meet #Asha, a single mother of two in a small fishing village in Mfangano Island. Her days are a relentless cycle of struggle. She wakes up before dawn to trade fish, her only source of income. The meager earnings barely cover the cost of food, school fees, and basic necessities. #Asha's children, hungry and tired, often miss school due to lack of food. She feels helpless, torn between providing for her family and ensuring her children's education. Her story is a stark reminder of the inequalities faced by rural women, who often bear the brunt of poverty and discrimination. Let's work together to empower rural women like #Asha, providing them with the resources and support they need to thrive. By investing in their education, health, and economic opportunities, we can create a more equitable and sustainable future for all. Happy International day for rural woman. #RuralWomen #Empowerment #Kenya #LakeBasin #Poverty #GenderEquality

At #fairland24, Frances Birungi from Uganda Community Based Association for Women and Children Welfare (UCOBAC), says that In Uganda, like many African countries, agriculture is the backbone of the economy. The land is a crucial asset for sustaining livelihoods, providing income, and ensuring food security. Notably, women contribute between 75% to 86% of the agricultural labor force. However, many women are unable to fully enjoy their rights to land ownership and decision-making due to restrictive social and gender norms deeply rooted in patriarchy. Women and girls often have access rights to land, allowing them to live on and use it, but they face significant barriers to ownership and decision-making. This discrimination hinders their full participation in agriculture and utilization of land as a productive asset. Compounding these challenges is the global climate crisis. Climate change exacerbates existing gender inequalities, disproportionately affecting women who rely heavily on land and natural resources. The impacts of climate change, such as reduced agricultural productivity and increased care burdens, further marginalize women. Despite these challenges, the Ugandan government recognizes the importance of women's land rights and inclusive, gender-responsive climate action. Legislative and institutional frameworks have been established to ensure women can fully enjoy their land rights and support the country's transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. Empowering women through land rights is crucial for their empowerment, dignity, gender equality, food security, and effective climate action. As we continue to advocate for and implement these frameworks, we aim to create a more equitable and sustainable future for all. Let's work together to ensure that women's land rights and gender-responsive climate action are at the forefront of our efforts to build a resilient and prosperous Uganda. #WomenEmpowerment #ClimateAction #GenderEquality #SustainableDevelopment #Uganda #Agriculture #LandRights #ClimateResilience Stand for Her Land, Ashleigh Flowers (she/her), LPEC, Tyler Roush, Victoria Stanley, Naomi Shadrack, International Land Coalition, Global Land Tool Network https://lnkd.in/euQC7dmP

I presented about the nexus of Womens Land Rights (WLRs) and Climate change at the LANDac conference. The Key message is that WLRS are a key enabler for effective climate action. When women have secure land rights, they invest in sustainable land use practices that enable them to adapt to climate change. We thus need to invest in strengthening WLRs by transforming restrictive social and gender norms aganist women as well as invest in inclusive and gender responsive climate action by channeling climate action finances directly to grassroot women and local communities, participation of grassroot women in land and climate governance as well as meaningful engagement and partnership with local communities and grassroot women.

Around 1 million women depend on shea for their livelihoods in Ghana.   As forests are shrinking, see how they are uniting to reverse this trend: https://lnkd.in/eBHk2pxB #ClimateActionExplained

In #Lesotho, the youth #unemployment rate stands at a staggering 34.4%, more than double the global average of 15%. This situation particularly impacts young women, who face significant barriers to economic opportunities. Our socio-economic strengthening program is dedicated to changing this narrative by providing #capitalinvestment and links to vocational, advocacy and business management #training for young women, empowering them to build #sustainable futures.💪🏾 Learn more at sentebale.org

🌾 EMPOWERING RESILIENCE: Supporting Women in Crisis-Affected Communities 🌾 During my recent interactions with inspiring women in rural areas affected by the farmer-herder crisis, I was reminded of the resilience and determination of the typical Nigerian woman. These women, despite facing significant challenges, embody diligence and unwavering commitment to their families and communities. Through the intervention efforts of the NRC, we are not only providing support but fostering an environment where peace and stability allow these women to flourish. With the right resources and a supportive, peaceful setting, they can overcome obstacles and continue to uplift their communities. It’s moments like these that underscore the importance of inclusive development and sustainable peacebuilding. Together, we are laying the foundation for lasting change in Plateau State and Adamawa State. #WomenEmpowerment #PeaceBuilding #CommunityResilience #SustainableDevelopment #NRC #FarmerHerderConflict #RuralDevelopment #Nigeria #InclusiveGrowth #NGOsForChange

Happening Now: USAID INPERSON CONSULTATIONS with Local NGOs...In 2021, USAID committed to directly fund 25% of USAID funding to local organisations which are in communities. ONLY 9.5% of this commitment has been so far implemented as of 2024. #LocalisationAgenda CARE USAID/Feed the Future Uganda Strategic Investments Activity Human Rights Watch ActionAid International Uganda World Health Organization Women in Global Health UN Women

Today, Tag A Life International convened a regional meeting for Adolescent Girls and Young Women Africa (AGYW Africa), bringing together participants from across the continent, including representatives from Zimbabwe, South Africa, Nigeria, Cameroon, Eswatini, Mozambique, Rwanda, Zambia, Uganda, and The Gambia. The primary objective was to harness a collective voice and make impactful contributions to the global agenda ahead of the Summit of the Future. As AGYW in Africa continue to navigate unique challenges such as gender-based violence, harmful social norms, and limited access to resources, it is imperative that we prioritize increased investment in addressing these issues. Specifically, the Pact of the Future must clearly articulate and resource these commitments in tangible terms. #AGYWAfrica #YouthEmpowerment #SummitOfTheFuture #PactOfTheFuture African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe