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International Human Rights Lawyer, @equalitynow Africa Region Coordinator #ICL #IHRL #IHL Views my own.

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‘They are raping even the elderly’: Mary Makokha’s cry over Busia SGBV perpetrators #NationGender zurl.co/3vkxd


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This @BBCAfrica documentary is heartbreaking and a serious indictment of systemic failure. A failure by state institutions to protect the most vulnerable and to act swiftly and decisively. Children as young as 12, are being trafficked, abused and discarded right here in Kenya!…

Kenya's child sex trade: #BBCAfricaEye's secret filming exposes the 'madams' of Maai Mahiu - women who involve children as young as 13 in sex work. bbc.in/4mwYTWp

BBCAfrica's tweet image. Kenya's child sex trade: #BBCAfricaEye's secret filming exposes the 'madams' of Maai Mahiu - women who involve children as young as 13 in sex work.

bbc.in/4mwYTWp


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Through continuous engagement with Members of Parliament, we’re pushing for the passing of the #MarriageBill2024 Because ending child marriage requires a multi-sectoral approach @UWOPA @equalitynow @SandraKT24

JOYFORCHILDREN's tweet image. Through continuous engagement with Members of Parliament, we’re pushing for the passing of the #MarriageBill2024
Because ending child marriage requires a multi-sectoral approach 
@UWOPA @equalitynow @SandraKT24
JOYFORCHILDREN's tweet image. Through continuous engagement with Members of Parliament, we’re pushing for the passing of the #MarriageBill2024
Because ending child marriage requires a multi-sectoral approach 
@UWOPA @equalitynow @SandraKT24
JOYFORCHILDREN's tweet image. Through continuous engagement with Members of Parliament, we’re pushing for the passing of the #MarriageBill2024
Because ending child marriage requires a multi-sectoral approach 
@UWOPA @equalitynow @SandraKT24

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I made an on-site visit to the Bo Courthouse today- a model-sexual offense court that is providing justice services to the people of Bo. It was great to have an in-person meeting with State Counsel Augustine Sheku and other staff of the Office of Attorney General and Minister of…

sesayalpha's tweet image. I made an on-site visit to the Bo Courthouse today- a model-sexual offense court that is providing justice services to the people of Bo. It was great to have an in-person meeting with State Counsel Augustine Sheku and other staff of the Office of Attorney General and Minister of…
sesayalpha's tweet image. I made an on-site visit to the Bo Courthouse today- a model-sexual offense court that is providing justice services to the people of Bo. It was great to have an in-person meeting with State Counsel Augustine Sheku and other staff of the Office of Attorney General and Minister of…

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This morning , I launched the long-awaited Strategic Guiding Framework on Anti-Corruption in the Justice Sector. Today marks the culmination of a critical and deliberate journey—one driven by our shared resolve to confront and root out corruption from the justice sector. This…

CJMarthaKoome's tweet image. This morning , I launched the long-awaited Strategic Guiding Framework on Anti-Corruption in the Justice Sector. Today marks the culmination of a critical and deliberate journey—one driven by our shared resolve to confront and root out corruption from the justice sector. This…

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Justice Sector Actors during the launch of the Anti-Corruption Strategic Guiding Framework for Kenya's Justice Sector.

NCAJ_KE's tweet image. Justice Sector Actors during the launch of the Anti-Corruption Strategic Guiding Framework for Kenya's Justice Sector.
NCAJ_KE's tweet image. Justice Sector Actors during the launch of the Anti-Corruption Strategic Guiding Framework for Kenya's Justice Sector.

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Happy #IWD2025! ✨ This month, we’re sharing conversations on GBV across #Kenya. Kicking off our five-part series, we spotlight FGM in Kajiado, #Kenya, in collaboration with @phill_director, @Kambua, and @HopeBeyondKenya. Together, we can #EndFGM. youtube.com/playlist?list=…


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It has been 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action, yet we are still advocating for FGM and child marriage to be outlawed in all countries in #Africa. We must continue to advocate for a total ban on FGM and child marriage in Africa. #EndFGM #EndChildMarriage

EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. It has been 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action, yet we are still advocating for FGM and child marriage to be outlawed in all countries in #Africa.  

We must continue to advocate for a total ban on FGM and child marriage in Africa.
 
#EndFGM #EndChildMarriage
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. It has been 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action, yet we are still advocating for FGM and child marriage to be outlawed in all countries in #Africa.  

We must continue to advocate for a total ban on FGM and child marriage in Africa.
 
#EndFGM #EndChildMarriage
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. It has been 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action, yet we are still advocating for FGM and child marriage to be outlawed in all countries in #Africa.  

We must continue to advocate for a total ban on FGM and child marriage in Africa.
 
#EndFGM #EndChildMarriage
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. It has been 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action, yet we are still advocating for FGM and child marriage to be outlawed in all countries in #Africa.  

We must continue to advocate for a total ban on FGM and child marriage in Africa.
 
#EndFGM #EndChildMarriage

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Our focus in #Kenya has been on gender justice. Despite having progressive laws, rape, child marriage, FGM and sexual exploitation remain rampant. We have more to do. We believe working together with our supporters & partners we are upto the task✊ #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM

EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Our focus in #Kenya has been on gender justice. Despite having progressive laws, rape, child marriage, FGM and  sexual exploitation remain rampant.

We have more to do. We believe working together with our supporters & partners we are upto the task✊ #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Our focus in #Kenya has been on gender justice. Despite having progressive laws, rape, child marriage, FGM and  sexual exploitation remain rampant.

We have more to do. We believe working together with our supporters & partners we are upto the task✊ #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Our focus in #Kenya has been on gender justice. Despite having progressive laws, rape, child marriage, FGM and  sexual exploitation remain rampant.

We have more to do. We believe working together with our supporters & partners we are upto the task✊ #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Our focus in #Kenya has been on gender justice. Despite having progressive laws, rape, child marriage, FGM and  sexual exploitation remain rampant.

We have more to do. We believe working together with our supporters & partners we are upto the task✊ #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM

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The CUCs enhance the administration of justice within the respective courts’ jurisdictions by creating linkages amongst justice sector actors to engage and address cross-institutional challenges that adversely affect the efficient administration of justice and service delivery.

NCAJ_KE's tweet image. The CUCs enhance the administration of justice within the respective courts’ jurisdictions by creating linkages amongst justice sector actors to engage and address cross-institutional challenges that adversely affect the efficient administration of justice and service delivery.

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Only 5 years left to #EndFGM by 2030. On #ZeroTolerance Day, we unite with @UNFPA, @UNICEF, @UN_Women, @eassigender, @giz_gmbh & allies to urge everyone - govts, faith leaders & youth—to step up. Read the full statement ➡️ equalitynow.org/news_and_insig… #EndFGM #ProtectOurGirls

EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Only 5 years left to #EndFGM by 2030. On #ZeroTolerance Day, we unite with  @UNFPA, @UNICEF, @UN_Women, @eassigender, @giz_gmbh  & allies to urge everyone - govts, faith leaders & youth—to step up.

Read the full statement ➡️ equalitynow.org/news_and_insig…

#EndFGM #ProtectOurGirls

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3 female bodies, have been recovered today from Kosovo, Kariobangi and Kiambu. The Kariobangi body, we received a call from the first responders and unfortunately they sent me pictures of the body parts 😭 some of which were still in a sack. I will not share the pictures. The…


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ACERWC Special Rapporteur on Education, Hon. Poloko Nuggert Ntshwarang delivers a Statement on #InternationalEducationDay "As the Special Rapporteur on Education of the ACERWC, I would like to call upon Member States to strengthen their efforts to bridge the gap in accessing…

acerwc's tweet image. ACERWC Special Rapporteur on Education, Hon. Poloko Nuggert Ntshwarang delivers a Statement on #InternationalEducationDay

"As the Special Rapporteur on Education of the ACERWC, I would like to call upon Member States to strengthen their efforts to bridge the gap in accessing…

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New reports emerge of Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia using sexual assault as weapon in Sudan’s ‘Generals war’ conflict.


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Through our legal advocacy together with our partners @TawlaTZ, @cdftz and @humanrightstz, we are seeking the assurance in law that girls must learn regardless of their status and that they are protected from sexual violence and child marriage in #Tanzania. #LetGirlsLearn

EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Through our legal advocacy together with our partners @TawlaTZ, @cdftz and @humanrightstz, we are seeking the assurance in law that girls must learn regardless of their status and that they are protected from sexual violence and child marriage in #Tanzania.
#LetGirlsLearn
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Through our legal advocacy together with our partners @TawlaTZ, @cdftz and @humanrightstz, we are seeking the assurance in law that girls must learn regardless of their status and that they are protected from sexual violence and child marriage in #Tanzania.
#LetGirlsLearn
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Through our legal advocacy together with our partners @TawlaTZ, @cdftz and @humanrightstz, we are seeking the assurance in law that girls must learn regardless of their status and that they are protected from sexual violence and child marriage in #Tanzania.
#LetGirlsLearn
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. Through our legal advocacy together with our partners @TawlaTZ, @cdftz and @humanrightstz, we are seeking the assurance in law that girls must learn regardless of their status and that they are protected from sexual violence and child marriage in #Tanzania.
#LetGirlsLearn

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Today, the law was officially passed in the parliament!

AzatAlsalim's tweet image. Today, the law was officially passed in the parliament!

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As 2024 comes to an end, we reflect on strides toward gender equality. Over the next few days, we will share highlights of this year's engagements across the continent. We are grateful to all who continue to push for a just world for women & girls. #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM

EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. As 2024 comes to an end, we reflect on strides toward gender equality. Over the next few days, we will share highlights of this year's engagements across the continent.

We are grateful to all who continue to push for a just world for women & girls.  #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. As 2024 comes to an end, we reflect on strides toward gender equality. Over the next few days, we will share highlights of this year's engagements across the continent.

We are grateful to all who continue to push for a just world for women & girls.  #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. As 2024 comes to an end, we reflect on strides toward gender equality. Over the next few days, we will share highlights of this year's engagements across the continent.

We are grateful to all who continue to push for a just world for women & girls.  #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM
EqualityNow_AF's tweet image. As 2024 comes to an end, we reflect on strides toward gender equality. Over the next few days, we will share highlights of this year's engagements across the continent.

We are grateful to all who continue to push for a just world for women & girls.  #EndSexualViolence #EndFGM

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Absolutely in awe of this woman's courage, clarity of conviction, and -- somehow -- optimism for a fairer and more accountable world.

In her first remarks after a French court sentenced her ex-husband and dozens of other rapists, Gisele Pelicot said she 'never regretted' opening her mass rape trial to the public:



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As a third-generation educator, Professor @ChidiOdinkalu always thought that teaching was a vehicle for public service. In his position as professor of the practice of international human rights law, he marries his work in the classroom with human rights advocacy around the…

FletcherSchool's tweet image. As a third-generation educator, Professor @ChidiOdinkalu always thought that teaching was a vehicle for public service. In his position as professor of the practice of international human rights law, he marries his work in the classroom with human rights advocacy around the…

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