Gender and Woman Empowerment


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“As we move forward with the implementation of the MDGs, it is important that we are fully committed to investing in policies and programmes that empower women and promote gender equality.� - Kemal Dervis

Statistics

  • Over 30% of women in Africa do not have access to economic and political opportunities in their countries. Few countries, including countries like South Africa, are women over 40% in government seats or positions.
  • 80 % of refugees in Africa are women and children.
  • More than half a million women die in pregnancy and childbirth in developing countries every year - that’s one death every minute. In many parts of Africa, maternal mortality rates are 1 in 16.
  • Ubuntu Program Interventions
  • Supporting Research that seeks to address the impact of customary law on women, and effects of patriarchy.
  • Supporting initiatives encouraging men to be involved in the fight to eliminate discrimination against women.
  • Supporting manageable women economic empowerment projects that promote sustainable development.
  • Establishing communication channels that inform women of opportunities and best practices through ICT.

To support our work investigating culturally developed solutions to gender and women empowerment, please contact us.