SIHA Network
@sihanetwork.bsky.social
A Pan-African, women-led regional network dedicated to unlocking the potential of the women's movement in the Horn of Africa through research, advocacy, and capacity strengthening.
As SIHA Network, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all our partners, allies, friends, and members for standing with us throughout the year, with solidarity, commitment, and belief in women’s rights.
Wishing you joyful holidays and a bright, peaceful 2026!
Wishing you joyful holidays and a bright, peaceful 2026!
December 23, 2025 at 8:14 AM
As SIHA Network, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all our partners, allies, friends, and members for standing with us throughout the year, with solidarity, commitment, and belief in women’s rights.
Wishing you joyful holidays and a bright, peaceful 2026!
Wishing you joyful holidays and a bright, peaceful 2026!
Azza Abdullah volunteered at Al-Naw Hospital amid war, bombardment, and shortages, exposing Sudan’s fragile healthcare. Her courage shows frontline resilience.
📖 Read more: sihanet.org/nursing-amid...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
📖 Read more: sihanet.org/nursing-amid...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
December 19, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Azza Abdullah volunteered at Al-Naw Hospital amid war, bombardment, and shortages, exposing Sudan’s fragile healthcare. Her courage shows frontline resilience.
📖 Read more: sihanet.org/nursing-amid...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
📖 Read more: sihanet.org/nursing-amid...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
🏆 We are proud to announce that SIHA Network has been awarded the Distinguished Partners for Women, Peace and Security Award 2025
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#YesTo1325 #WPS #WomenPeaceSecurity
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#YesTo1325 #WPS #WomenPeaceSecurity
December 18, 2025 at 1:36 PM
🏆 We are proud to announce that SIHA Network has been awarded the Distinguished Partners for Women, Peace and Security Award 2025
Continue reading 👇
#YesTo1325 #WPS #WomenPeaceSecurity
Continue reading 👇
#YesTo1325 #WPS #WomenPeaceSecurity
SIHA Network is seeking an inspiring Operations Manager in Kassala, Sudan. Lead programmes, finance, compliance, security & teams in a complex context. Thrive in challenges, champion feminist values & inclusion.
Apply by 21 Dec 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/operatio...
#FeministJobs #HiringAlert
Apply by 21 Dec 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/operatio...
#FeministJobs #HiringAlert
December 15, 2025 at 9:24 AM
SIHA Network is seeking an inspiring Operations Manager in Kassala, Sudan. Lead programmes, finance, compliance, security & teams in a complex context. Thrive in challenges, champion feminist values & inclusion.
Apply by 21 Dec 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/operatio...
#FeministJobs #HiringAlert
Apply by 21 Dec 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/operatio...
#FeministJobs #HiringAlert
On #HumanRightsDay, we join #PauseforPurpose to share the “Legal Love Letter” on CEVAWG. While there is progress, its present gaps could weaken protections. We call on the AU to pause and revise the Convention before ratification.
Read and join here: aucevawg.org/legal-analys...
Read and join here: aucevawg.org/legal-analys...
December 10, 2025 at 9:51 AM
On #HumanRightsDay, we join #PauseforPurpose to share the “Legal Love Letter” on CEVAWG. While there is progress, its present gaps could weaken protections. We call on the AU to pause and revise the Convention before ratification.
Read and join here: aucevawg.org/legal-analys...
Read and join here: aucevawg.org/legal-analys...
Young people in #SouthSudan face unemployment, exclusion, & discrimination but lead initiatives in peacebuilding and civic engagement. At the Inclusive Youth Forum, they called on govt, civil society & UN to strengthen youth policies & empower youth.
✊🏾 Read and share: sihanet.org/news/south-s...
✊🏾 Read and share: sihanet.org/news/south-s...
December 5, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Young people in #SouthSudan face unemployment, exclusion, & discrimination but lead initiatives in peacebuilding and civic engagement. At the Inclusive Youth Forum, they called on govt, civil society & UN to strengthen youth policies & empower youth.
✊🏾 Read and share: sihanet.org/news/south-s...
✊🏾 Read and share: sihanet.org/news/south-s...
The Africa Family Law Network Membership Drive has officially been launched! Join the Network in building stronger alliances for justice & equality towards the advancement of enhanced family laws continent wide, centering the rights of women & girls.
🎥 Don’t miss out, watch it: youtu.be/leIaA_Vkw7E
🎥 Don’t miss out, watch it: youtu.be/leIaA_Vkw7E
December 4, 2025 at 8:05 AM
The Africa Family Law Network Membership Drive has officially been launched! Join the Network in building stronger alliances for justice & equality towards the advancement of enhanced family laws continent wide, centering the rights of women & girls.
🎥 Don’t miss out, watch it: youtu.be/leIaA_Vkw7E
🎥 Don’t miss out, watch it: youtu.be/leIaA_Vkw7E
SIHA is seeking to support emerging African feminist researchers between the ages of 18-35 in investigating the impact of gender backlash & anti-rights movements against women & girls in the #HornofAfrica, using any creative format.
Apply by Dec 15, 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/conduct-...
Apply by Dec 15, 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/conduct-...
December 2, 2025 at 9:21 AM
SIHA is seeking to support emerging African feminist researchers between the ages of 18-35 in investigating the impact of gender backlash & anti-rights movements against women & girls in the #HornofAfrica, using any creative format.
Apply by Dec 15, 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/conduct-...
Apply by Dec 15, 2025 here: sihanet.org/job/conduct-...
Women’s voices matter. In Arua City, Uganda, SIHA Network and partners launched the “Unsafe and Unheard” report, giving market women a platform to share challenges and solutions for fair working conditions in local markets.
Read it here: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
Read it here: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
December 1, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Women’s voices matter. In Arua City, Uganda, SIHA Network and partners launched the “Unsafe and Unheard” report, giving market women a platform to share challenges and solutions for fair working conditions in local markets.
Read it here: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
Read it here: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
Religion and culture shape societies but can limit women’s rights. In the final #ItsNotYourFault webinar, experts from Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia & Uganda explored these challenges and shared how women are reclaiming their rights.
🎥 Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/tcaglgZbl7Y
#GenderEquality
🎥 Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/tcaglgZbl7Y
#GenderEquality
November 27, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Religion and culture shape societies but can limit women’s rights. In the final #ItsNotYourFault webinar, experts from Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia & Uganda explored these challenges and shared how women are reclaiming their rights.
🎥 Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/tcaglgZbl7Y
#GenderEquality
🎥 Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/tcaglgZbl7Y
#GenderEquality
After El Fasher’s fall, women and girls face rape, abduction, and displacement as protection systems collapse. SIHA’s Iklhass Ahmed urges immediate global action for protection, justice, and survivor support.
🔗 Read the full statement here: sihanet.org/urgent-appea...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
🔗 Read the full statement here: sihanet.org/urgent-appea...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
November 26, 2025 at 8:20 PM
After El Fasher’s fall, women and girls face rape, abduction, and displacement as protection systems collapse. SIHA’s Iklhass Ahmed urges immediate global action for protection, justice, and survivor support.
🔗 Read the full statement here: sihanet.org/urgent-appea...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
🔗 Read the full statement here: sihanet.org/urgent-appea...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
SIHA Network joins #16DaysofActivism, calling for urgent action to #EndDigitalViolence.
Across the #HornofAfrica, women, activists, and journalists face cyberstalking, harassment, and online abuse that often spills into real-life harm.
It’s time to ensure #DigitalSafety for all.
#NoExcuse
Across the #HornofAfrica, women, activists, and journalists face cyberstalking, harassment, and online abuse that often spills into real-life harm.
It’s time to ensure #DigitalSafety for all.
#NoExcuse
November 25, 2025 at 8:29 AM
SIHA Network joins #16DaysofActivism, calling for urgent action to #EndDigitalViolence.
Across the #HornofAfrica, women, activists, and journalists face cyberstalking, harassment, and online abuse that often spills into real-life harm.
It’s time to ensure #DigitalSafety for all.
#NoExcuse
Across the #HornofAfrica, women, activists, and journalists face cyberstalking, harassment, and online abuse that often spills into real-life harm.
It’s time to ensure #DigitalSafety for all.
#NoExcuse
Don’t miss the powerful film premiere where Sudanese women reclaim their stories of resilience, love, loss and hope.
Join the virtual screening during #16DaysofActivism on 25 November 2025 and be part of this moment of voices rising and stories remembered.
🎥 www.youtube.com/user/musawah
Join the virtual screening during #16DaysofActivism on 25 November 2025 and be part of this moment of voices rising and stories remembered.
🎥 www.youtube.com/user/musawah
November 24, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Don’t miss the powerful film premiere where Sudanese women reclaim their stories of resilience, love, loss and hope.
Join the virtual screening during #16DaysofActivism on 25 November 2025 and be part of this moment of voices rising and stories remembered.
🎥 www.youtube.com/user/musawah
Join the virtual screening during #16DaysofActivism on 25 November 2025 and be part of this moment of voices rising and stories remembered.
🎥 www.youtube.com/user/musawah
SIHA Network reports serious human rights abuses in Barah, North Kordofan, including sexual violence by the RSF. We call on the international community to act immediately to end the atrocities and overall impunity.
Read and share our full statement here: sihanet.org/unchecked-br...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
Read and share our full statement here: sihanet.org/unchecked-br...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
November 20, 2025 at 5:34 PM
SIHA Network reports serious human rights abuses in Barah, North Kordofan, including sexual violence by the RSF. We call on the international community to act immediately to end the atrocities and overall impunity.
Read and share our full statement here: sihanet.org/unchecked-br...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
Read and share our full statement here: sihanet.org/unchecked-br...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
Safety is a privilege for too many.
In the manual “Between Poverty and Trauma,” SIHA Network highlights the struggles of migrant women, domestic workers, survivors of trafficking and sexual violence, offering practical guidance for safe shelters, dignity and protection.
📚 issuu.com/halayassin/d...
In the manual “Between Poverty and Trauma,” SIHA Network highlights the struggles of migrant women, domestic workers, survivors of trafficking and sexual violence, offering practical guidance for safe shelters, dignity and protection.
📚 issuu.com/halayassin/d...
November 20, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Safety is a privilege for too many.
In the manual “Between Poverty and Trauma,” SIHA Network highlights the struggles of migrant women, domestic workers, survivors of trafficking and sexual violence, offering practical guidance for safe shelters, dignity and protection.
📚 issuu.com/halayassin/d...
In the manual “Between Poverty and Trauma,” SIHA Network highlights the struggles of migrant women, domestic workers, survivors of trafficking and sexual violence, offering practical guidance for safe shelters, dignity and protection.
📚 issuu.com/halayassin/d...
Access to justice is key to ending violence against women and girls. 💜
SIHA Network recently convened a Coalition-Building Meeting in Addis Ababa, bringing together women’s rights groups, lawyers, and community stakeholders in driving accountability.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomenandGirls #AccessToJustice
SIHA Network recently convened a Coalition-Building Meeting in Addis Ababa, bringing together women’s rights groups, lawyers, and community stakeholders in driving accountability.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomenandGirls #AccessToJustice
November 19, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Access to justice is key to ending violence against women and girls. 💜
SIHA Network recently convened a Coalition-Building Meeting in Addis Ababa, bringing together women’s rights groups, lawyers, and community stakeholders in driving accountability.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomenandGirls #AccessToJustice
SIHA Network recently convened a Coalition-Building Meeting in Addis Ababa, bringing together women’s rights groups, lawyers, and community stakeholders in driving accountability.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomenandGirls #AccessToJustice
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Gender justice is essential for peace. Our Baidoa campaign encouraged conversations on equality, safety, and dignity for every woman and girl. 💛 We thank our partner, @sihanetwork.bsky.social , for their strong support and collaboration.
November 14, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Gender justice is essential for peace. Our Baidoa campaign encouraged conversations on equality, safety, and dignity for every woman and girl. 💛 We thank our partner, @sihanetwork.bsky.social , for their strong support and collaboration.
🚨 The situation in El Fasher, North Darfur, Sudan, has spiraled into a full-blown humanitarian catastrophe. In a public briefing with GIWPS, our Regional Director delivers a searing account of what’s happening on the ground
📽️ Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE2y...
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher
📽️ Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE2y...
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher
Women Bearing Witness: Sudan’s Escalating Crisis
YouTube video by Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace & Security
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November 18, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🚨 The situation in El Fasher, North Darfur, Sudan, has spiraled into a full-blown humanitarian catastrophe. In a public briefing with GIWPS, our Regional Director delivers a searing account of what’s happening on the ground
📽️ Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE2y...
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher
📽️ Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE2y...
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher
On this #FeministFriday, we honour Purposeful for supporting girls’ leadership. Violence against women and girls isn’t inevitable. In Sierra Leone, Girls’ Circles Collectives help girls build power and safety, leave abusive relationships, and take the lead in ending cycles of violence. 💜
#EndGBV
#EndGBV
November 14, 2025 at 9:37 AM
On this #FeministFriday, we honour Purposeful for supporting girls’ leadership. Violence against women and girls isn’t inevitable. In Sierra Leone, Girls’ Circles Collectives help girls build power and safety, leave abusive relationships, and take the lead in ending cycles of violence. 💜
#EndGBV
#EndGBV
💡 Read about women at the heart of conflict. SIHA Network’s "Gender, Conflict, and Power Analysis" explores women’s priorities, participation, and paths to inclusive peace in Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan & Sudan.
Explore and share essential insights for lasting change: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
Explore and share essential insights for lasting change: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
November 13, 2025 at 10:10 AM
💡 Read about women at the heart of conflict. SIHA Network’s "Gender, Conflict, and Power Analysis" explores women’s priorities, participation, and paths to inclusive peace in Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan & Sudan.
Explore and share essential insights for lasting change: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
Explore and share essential insights for lasting change: issuu.com/halayassin/d...
Every girl deserves to take up space, to speak, to lead and to shine.
SIHA Network closed the “We Have Rights” Project, celebrating 3 years of justice, survivor support, legal reform and leadership for IDP & minority women in Somalia and Somaliland.
Thanks to all who made it possible.
#WomenLead
SIHA Network closed the “We Have Rights” Project, celebrating 3 years of justice, survivor support, legal reform and leadership for IDP & minority women in Somalia and Somaliland.
Thanks to all who made it possible.
#WomenLead
November 11, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Every girl deserves to take up space, to speak, to lead and to shine.
SIHA Network closed the “We Have Rights” Project, celebrating 3 years of justice, survivor support, legal reform and leadership for IDP & minority women in Somalia and Somaliland.
Thanks to all who made it possible.
#WomenLead
SIHA Network closed the “We Have Rights” Project, celebrating 3 years of justice, survivor support, legal reform and leadership for IDP & minority women in Somalia and Somaliland.
Thanks to all who made it possible.
#WomenLead
In Arua 🇺🇬, women market vendors are leading change through #StrongerTogether Market Platforms, by engaging authorities and pushing for safer, more inclusive markets.
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
November 10, 2025 at 9:59 AM
In Arua 🇺🇬, women market vendors are leading change through #StrongerTogether Market Platforms, by engaging authorities and pushing for safer, more inclusive markets.
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
#MakeHerVisible #WomenUganda2025
🚨 Press Statement: SIHA reveals new evidence and survivor testimonies from #Darfur - the RSF continues its campaign of genocide and sexual violence in #ElFasher. Thousands of lives are at risk.
The world must not stay silent.
Read our statement here: sihanet.org/new-evidence...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
The world must not stay silent.
Read our statement here: sihanet.org/new-evidence...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
November 9, 2025 at 8:05 AM
🚨 Press Statement: SIHA reveals new evidence and survivor testimonies from #Darfur - the RSF continues its campaign of genocide and sexual violence in #ElFasher. Thousands of lives are at risk.
The world must not stay silent.
Read our statement here: sihanet.org/new-evidence...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
The world must not stay silent.
Read our statement here: sihanet.org/new-evidence...
#KeepEyesOnSudan
Join SIHA Network at the Africa Family Law Network (AFLN) Membership Drive Launch!
🗓️ 13 Nov 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM EAT | 🔗 lnkd.in/dHi6rXY5
Together for fair, inclusive family laws and gender equality across Africa. 💪🏾
🗓️ 13 Nov 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM EAT | 🔗 lnkd.in/dHi6rXY5
Together for fair, inclusive family laws and gender equality across Africa. 💪🏾
November 8, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Join SIHA Network at the Africa Family Law Network (AFLN) Membership Drive Launch!
🗓️ 13 Nov 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM EAT | 🔗 lnkd.in/dHi6rXY5
Together for fair, inclusive family laws and gender equality across Africa. 💪🏾
🗓️ 13 Nov 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM EAT | 🔗 lnkd.in/dHi6rXY5
Together for fair, inclusive family laws and gender equality across Africa. 💪🏾
SIHA Network calls on female artists & photographers in the #HornofAfrica to share works highlighting women’s strength & resilience. Use your art to amplify #WomensVoices!
Apply by 28 Nov 2025:
📷 sihanet.org/job/call-for...
🎨 sihanet.org/job/call-to-...
#ArtForChange
Apply by 28 Nov 2025:
📷 sihanet.org/job/call-for...
🎨 sihanet.org/job/call-to-...
#ArtForChange
November 7, 2025 at 2:29 PM
SIHA Network calls on female artists & photographers in the #HornofAfrica to share works highlighting women’s strength & resilience. Use your art to amplify #WomensVoices!
Apply by 28 Nov 2025:
📷 sihanet.org/job/call-for...
🎨 sihanet.org/job/call-to-...
#ArtForChange
Apply by 28 Nov 2025:
📷 sihanet.org/job/call-for...
🎨 sihanet.org/job/call-to-...
#ArtForChange