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SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers: Advancing Women’s Leadership in Francophone Africa’s Peace and Governance Ecosystem
DESCRIPTION:Date : February 26th 2025\nTime : 3:00pm – 4:00pm (WAT)\nVenue : Zoom Online (Register Now) \nContext\nThe issue of women’s potential and leadership efficiency remains particularly sensitive in Francophone Africa\, encompassing 26 African countries where French is recognized as an official language. While Francophone Africa boasts cultural\, ethnic\, and linguistic diversity\, it faces significant challenges regarding gender equality in leadership roles. Across these countries\, no woman serves as head of state\, reflecting a deeply entrenched patriarchal structure that limits women’s representation in senior political and decision-making positions. \nFrom a policy perspective\, women make up approximately 24% of parliamentarians in Africa\, divided into 25% in lower houses and 20% in upper houses. Rwanda stands out with a remarkable 61.3% female parliamentary representation\, followed by Senegal (43%)\, Cameroon (31%)\, Burkina Faso (11%)\, and Côte d’Ivoire (15%). However\, the majority of Francophone African nations continue to lag in women’s inclusion in peace\, security\, and governance processes. \nThe civic space across these countries also reflects significant gender gaps. Women’s participation in peace negotiations\, governance processes\, and civic engagements remains limited due to structural\, cultural\, and systemic barriers. Experts agree that the exclusion of women from decision-making processes hinders communities from achieving sustainable peace. During times of conflict\, women’s unique vulnerabilities and needs are often overlooked\, rendering peace agreements and humanitarian interventions less effective. \nObjectives\nThis webinar seeks to: \n\nExamine thebarriers faced by women in the peace\, security\, and governance ecosystem of Francophone Africa.\nAmplify evidence-basedinsights into the critical roles and contributions of African women in peace and governance processes.\nShowcase Africanwomen who are driving meaningful impact across the peace\, security\, and governance ecosystem.\nAdvocate for inclusive participation of women in peacebuilding and decision-making processes in Francophone Africa.\n\nExpected Outcomes\n\nIncreased Awareness:Reflect on the current challenges women face in governance and civic spaces and identify actionable solutions.\nInspiration for Young Women: Highlight successful women leaders who are making a positive impact in peace\, security\, and governance to inspire the next generation.\nPolicyAdvocacy: Encourage policymakers to implement structural reforms to enhance\n\nwomen’s inclusion and active participation in decision-making processes. \nExpected Outputs\n\nRenewedPerspectives: Generate fresh\, inclusive ideas around women’s leadership in\n\npeace and governance. \n\nWebinar Report: A comprehensive report with actionable\, evidence-based recommendations tailored to foster structural reforms and promote women’s\n\nTarget Audience\nThis webinar is designed for: \n\nGovernment officials responsible for public policy formulation\, implementation\, and\nRepresentatives of the AfricanUnion\, Regional Economic Communities (RECs)\, and Regional Mechanisms (RMs).\nCivilsociety leaders and\nDevelopmentpractitioners and international organizations focused on policy\nPrivate sector and media representatives engaged in public-private partnerships and\nPublicpolicy\nWomenand youth\n\nEvent Format\nThe webinar will be held virtually on Zoom and feature an interactive panel discussion with distinguished experts. It will be streamed live on the Nkafu Policy Institute’s media platforms to reach a broader audience. Simultaneous interpretation will be provided in English and French to ensure inclusivity. \nEvent Date\nThe one hour event is scheduled to hold on February 26th 2025 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. \nAbout the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation\nThe Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation was established to catalyze Africa’s economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship\, science and technology innovation\, public health\, and progressive policies that create economic opportunities for all. The Foundation partners with local governments\, policymakers\, private enterprises\, civil society organizations\, and development partners to expand resources available to entrepreneurs\, farmers\, and small business owners\, improving individual livelihoods. \nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute\nThe Nkafu Policy Institute is an African think tank with a mission to provide independent\, in-depth\, and insightful policy recommendations that enable all Africans to prosper in free\, fair\, democratic\, and sustainable economies. The Institute’s team of analysts\, experts\, and researchers works on governance and democracy\, health and education\, peace and security\, science and technology\, and economic policy. \nContact\nQuestions related to the organization of this event can be sent to: \nMr Anthony Antem\, Policy Analyst and Head of Conflict Analysis and Prevention; Division of Peace and Security\, Nkafu Policy Institute AAntem@foretiafoundation.org \nNkafu Policy Institute P: (+237) 222 31 15 84 / (+237) 654 86 72 54 – www.nkafu.org
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/breaking-barriers-advancing-womens-leadership-in-francophone-africas-peace-and-governance-ecosystem/
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