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The African Union Statelessness Protocol exists. But only Benin has ratified it. How many more children must grow up with no nationality, no rights, no country to call home? Africa must act. Leaders must ratify. Citizens must push. #RatifyTheProtocol

📣The statement by the SOAWR Coalition to the 69th Session of the @achpr_cadhp was read today by Iheoma Obibi of @AfAafrica. Read the full statement here: soawr.org/2021/11/16/sta… #69OSACHPR @AU_WGDD #Tigray #RatifyTheProtocol #SGBV #Res4822021

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We hope to add more countries to the map for the #MaputoProtocol's 19th Anniversary next year! Especially as the pandemic has accelerated the urgency of ratification & implementation. For more on each country's status, click here: soawr.org/protocol-watch/ #RatifyTheProtocol

As a coalition of women's rights organisations, we urge countries that have placed reservations on some Articles of the #MaputoProtocol to lift them so as to ensure that the spirit of the Protocol lives on. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

To date, 42 out of 55 African countries have ratified the #MaputoProtocol. We call on the remaining 13 countries who have not ratified it to do so urgently so that no woman and girl is left behind. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"I call on the government of Tunisia to harmonize its national laws so that they comply with the #MaputoProtocol with a special focus on the rights of adolescent girls who have unique needs," Mariem Chortani #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"As a young Tunisian girl, I feel safe knowing that my country has ratified the #MaputoProtocol and has to abide by it,” Mariem Chortani, 18 years old student from #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"Conservative movements are resisting change. Therefore, solidarity between women's rights movements is essential if we hope to see deep & sustainable positive change in women’s lives," Samia Melki-President of Kadirat, #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"A lot has been done for women’s rights in terms of legislation but we still have a long way to go with regard to awareness creation, changing mindsets & prioritizing women's issues," Samia Melki- President of Kadirat, #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"North African women are discovering how powerful and all inclusive the #MaputoProtocol is. It is now our road map to changing the lived realities of women,”  Samia Melki - President of Kadirat, #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

Women and Girls can transform their families, communities and Nations if they are given opportunities to serve in positions of Leadership. #MaputoAt18 #RatifyTheProtocol #MaputoProtocol #GirlsFirstFund @GenevaGlobal @vowforgirls @GirlsNotBrides @equalitynow

“Poor awareness creation on the #MaputoProtocol and systemic failure have made it difficult for the aspirations of this legal instrument to be realized and provide gender equality,” @Nafgemtz’s Francis Selasini, #Tanzania. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

“Gender equality is still a big issue affecting many women and girls even though 18 years have passed since the #MaputoProtocol was adopted,” @Nafgemtz’s Francis Selasini, #Tanzania. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

It's great to see progress but still so much needs to be done especially following the effects of the #COVID19 pandemic lockdown on the lives of women and Girls. #RatifyTheProtocol. #MaputoAt18 @RaisingTeensUg1 @equalitynow @GirlsNotBrides @awdf01

“If African governments prioritize protecting women and girls from abuse by complying with the #MaputoProtocol there will be massive gains to individuals, communities and governments at large,” Jane* #Tanzania. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

“A lot remains to be done to sensitise communities on the dangers of child marriage, create opportunities for girls to get good education and enforce laws that give women a conducive working environment,” Faith Kukundakwe, #Uganda #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"Having set the minimum age of marriage as 18, my country has fulfilled its obligations under the Protocol,” Faith Kukundakwe, student, Makerere University #Uganda.  #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

Today marks 18 years since @_AfricanUnion Member States adopted the #MaputoProtocol to advance and safeguard the rights of women and girls across the continent. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18 equalitynow.org/maputo_protoco…

"I call on the government of Tunisia to harmonize its national laws so that they comply with the #MaputoProtocol with a special focus on the rights of adolescent girls who have unique needs," Mariem Chortani #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

Women in #peace #negotiations #RatifytheProtocol #MaputoTurns15 #ProtocolAt

Yesterday marked 18 years since African countries adopted the #MaputoProtocol to advance women’s rights. This week we'll share thoughts from young women & our partners on the importance of domesticating & implementing the Protocol.#RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

It’s been 18 years now since African governments adopted the #MaputoProtocol to safeguard & promote women's & girls' rights in Africa. As the @SOAWR coalition we remain concerned that Africa is yet to fully achieve women’s rights. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

To date, 42 out of 55 African countries have ratified the #MaputoProtocol. We call on the remaining 13 countries who have not ratified it to do so urgently so that no woman and girl is left behind. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"Having set the minimum age of marriage as 18, my country has fulfilled its obligations under the Protocol,” Faith Kukundakwe, student, Makerere University #Uganda.  #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"North African women are discovering how powerful and all inclusive the #MaputoProtocol is. It is now our road map to changing the lived realities of women,”  Samia Melki - President of Kadirat, #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

"As a young Tunisian girl, I feel safe knowing that my country has ratified the #MaputoProtocol and has to abide by it,” Mariem Chortani, 18 years old student from #Tunisia. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

The @SOAWR AGM. Solidarity for African Women's Rights (SOAWR). 50 CSOs. 27 countries. 42 ratifications of the Maputo Protocol. @uwonet is proud to be part of this great sisterhood. #MaputoProtocol #FollowtheProtocol #RatifytheProtocol @equalitynow @equalitynow_ug

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"As we celebrate 18 years of the #MaputoProtocol, I  appreciate the gov't of #Uganda for promoting women’s leadership through the affirmative action that allows them to take up leadership & contribute to development,” @nankunda20. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

“A lot remains to be done to sensitise communities on the dangers of child marriage, create opportunities for girls to get good education and enforce laws that give women a conducive working environment,” Faith Kukundakwe, #Uganda #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18

While the majority of countries have ratified the Protocol, its implementation and application is still far from becoming a lived reality for most women and girls in #Africa. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18 Read more: equalitynow.org/maputo_protoco…

As we also commemorate, #WorldPopulationDay2021 today, it is paramount that states remember that women’s rights have not been suspended during the pandemic, and they must work to ensure they #FollowTheProtocol and #RatifyTheProtocol. #MaputoProtocol #WorldPopulationDay2021KE

The rights of older women in Africa must be protected. #AgeWithRights #ProtocolAt15 #RatifyTheProtocol #ImplementTheProtocol

Africa for Women's Rights #RatifytheProtocol #FollowtheProtocol #MaptuoTurns15

SOAWR AGM 2020. All for the Maputo Protocol. #followtheprotocol #ratifytheprotocol @SOAWR @WRAPANG

Day 2 @ the SOAWR AGM. All for the Maputo Protocol.@WRAPANG @SaudatuMahdi #followtheprotocol #ratifytheprotocol

As a coalition of women's rights organisations, we urge countries that have placed reservations on some Articles of the #MaputoProtocol to lift them so as to ensure that the spirit of the Protocol lives on. #RatifyTheProtocol #FollowTheProtocol #MaputoAt18