AWW mentors at a networking event in Johannesburg, November 28, 2023. Photo credit: ENSafrica The annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign begins on November 25, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and runs through December 10, Human Rights Day. Inspired by the 2023 theme of the parallel UN campaign, “UNITE! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls,” AWW participants joined in activities geared towards ending violence against women and strengthening interest in social justice among their network of legal practitioners in South Africa. Advancing Women in the Workplace is a two-year program, now... read more
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AWW Mentorship Program Joins Global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
Posted on December 12, 2023
Vance Center Africa Program Co-Hosts UNGA Week Side Events
Posted on September 29, 2023Access to Justice On September 19, the Vance Center and African Center of Excellence for Access to Justice brought together legal professionals, community justice practitioners, and leaders from around the world for a rich, insightful discussion entitled “Strengthening Access to Justice: Bridging the Gap between Lawyers and Community Practitioners.” A group of expert community practitioners from six countries in Africa, alongside two Vance Center Committee members, discussed ways to strengthen collaboration between legal practitioners and community advocates, and strategies to address systemic barriers to justice for marginalized populations. The discussants – Tina Lorizzo Executive Director of REFORMAR in Mozambique; Annette... read more