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In this case study, we look at town hall meetings are providing a forum for people to voice their concerns and opinions to their government representatives in Somalia.
14 November 2024
In this case study, we look at two communities in bordering counties in South Sudan who have spent decades in conflict over cattle grazing and fishing rights, often leading to violence and property destruction. We see how Gender Engagement Call, a women-led organisation supported by Saferworld, brought them together to remember the positive side of their long history and set aside their differences, creating a peaceful environment for people fishing along their shared waterways.
29 July 2024
In this case study we look at how safe spaces in Tonj North, South Sudan, are helping women and girls who face the effects of violent conflicts as well as harmful cultural and gender norms.
5 October 2023
With the support of micro grants provided by the Somali Women’s Studies Centre in partnership with Saferworld, journalists Maryan and Abshiro have used storytelling and advocacy initiatives to improve women’s safety.
10 August 2023
Together with Somalia Women Development Centre and Somali Women’s Study Centre, we established the 'Violence Observatory System' which documents cases of violence against women. Read how this new data platform is helping activists tackle gender-based violence in Somalia.
8 June 2023
Violence against women is a pervasive and deeply rooted problem in Somalia, and activists are critical for raising awareness and advocating for change. Read how women’s rights activist Dhubo Mohamed Abdi and traditional leader Omar Abdi are addressing this issue, and promoting women’s participation in peacebuilding and politics.
31 May 2023
Different ideas on the role of religion in society have led to tensions in Kyrgyzstan. One women-led organisation, Mutakalim, is working hard to address this by promoting religious tolerance and protecting the rights of women – including religious minorities.
19 October 2022
Disagreements over land have led to violent conflicts within and between communities throughout Uganda for many years. We share two stories of how people have come together to ease long-standing tensions over land through community discussions and action.
13 September 2022
In schools across Kyrgyzstan, bullying and extortion can cause many problems – fights, conflicts between schools, psychological trauma, or in extreme cases, even suicide. Agerkech, a youth organisation, decided to take on the issue
15 August 2022
When a community action group in Aweil East heard about an attempted child marriage in their town, they brought community members together to prevent it from happening. Read their story below.
18 October 2021