Girls’ access to school as well as their retention, completion and performance are determined by existing national policies. Yet studies have shown that education policies in many countries do not take into account the unique conditions that prevent girls from accessing and completing basic education.
Civil Society Organizations in the Gambia Prevail
By Yadicon Njie-Eribo, National Chapter Coordinator, FAWE Gambia
In the Gambia 8 out of 10 girls under- go Female Genital Mutilation Cutting (FGM/C), throughout their lives this rite affects them in a myriad of way. […]
ATTEND THE 1ST EVER AU PAN AFRICAN CONFERENCE ON GIRLS AND WOMEN’S EDUCATION
We have exciting news!!
We are a few days away from the 1st African Union Pan-African Conference on Girls and Women’s Education (AU-PANCOGEd1). The conference will bring together all key voices on girls and women’s […]
Addressing the Impact of Kenya Floods on Schoolchildren: Towards Sustainable Solutions
By Martha Muhwezi
Executive Director FAWE Africa
Amidst the recent announcement of school closure in Kenya following the devastating floods, it’s evident that climate change-induced disasters pose significant challenges, particularly for vulnerable populations like girls and […]
“Talking about sexual health is taboo in many African households”
Youth activist Cecelia (21) from Malawi noticed at a young age that sexual health, relationships and rights are hardly talked about in her country. When she herself had questions, no one was there to […]
“Decision makers need to start seeing the human being behind the problems.”
Child marriage, female genital mutilation, sexual abuse. 22-year-old Margaret from Kenya sees the consequences of this in her environment every day. That is why, as a youth activist, she is committed to the rights […]
Youth-Driven Policy Advocacy for a Sustainable Future
By Shem Osomo,
Knowledge Management Officer
Introduction:
In a world faced with complex environmental challenges, the passion, energy, and determination of today’s youth are emerging as a driving force for positive change. As the International Youth Day […]
FAWE at the Women Deliver Conference 2023
FAWE participated in the Women Deliver Conference 2023 that was hosted in Kigali, Rwanda from 17th-20th July 2023. Our Executive Director Martha R L Muhwezi, Deputy Executive Director Teresa Omondi-Adeitan, and three program officers, […]
Ensuring Digital Safety for African Children: Protecting Their Rights in the Digital World
By Shem Osomo
Knowledge Management Officer, FAWE
In today’s digital era, African children are increasingly exposed to the vast opportunities and challenges that the online world presents. As we commemorate the Day of the African Child […]
FAWE and AU/CIEFFA document teachers’ experiences in light of Covid-19
On this year’s World Teachers’ Day, FAWE and the African Union/Centre for Girls and Women’s Education in Africa (AU/CIEFFA) collaborated in documenting African teachers’ experiences during COVID 19. This was in a bid to […]