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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 & VIEWS
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** Sonke cautiously welcomes GBVF classification as national disaster
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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, signaling a coordinated national response to the scourge.
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** Power of the collective in ending digital VAWG
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Reports indicate that 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.
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** Why engage men and boys for gender equality?
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Engaging men and boys remains a strategic approach 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 addressing 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.
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** Gender transformative approach in countering GBV
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Gender Transformative Approach is a strategy that contributes to uprooting harmful norms that perpetuate the cycle of violence and inequalities. This video educates on the importance of using GTA in programming and community interventions as a strategy to attain gender equality.
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** Power To Youth advocates raise voices against GBV
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Through the #HearUsOut global campaign, Power To Youth advocates speak up about social justice issues and hold leaders accountable. Youth 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.
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** CAMPAIGNS AND CAUSES
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** #365DaysActivism Campaign
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While the 16 Days of Activism is a powerful global campaign, GBV is a daily reality for many. Limiting our response to only 16 days risks reinforcing the silence we are working to break. For the 365 Days of Activism against GBVF, we call for continuous action. Our call to action(s): Call 0800 150 150 (free, confidential, 24/7); visit a Thuthuzela Care Centre for one-stop medical, psychosocial, and legal support.
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Contributors List: Editor – Eucharia Nkengafack. Writer(s) – Lwazi Sikoti, Kgomotso Mophulane. Design & Layout – ALT Advisory
Sonke does not tolerate sexual harassment, bullying, abuse or any other forms of harassment. To report an incident of sexual harassment, bullying, abuse or any other form of harassment experienced, seen or heard about, or an incident of fraud, corruption or bribery: CALL the toll-free whistle-blower hotline: 0800 333 059, or SMS: 33490, or email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
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