En ce mois de mars 2025, le site d'information les Africaines.net, consacré à la promotion de la femme africaine, dévoile sa troisième édition du classemen

Sexual violence is a significant issue in West and Central Africa, impacting primarily women and girls. The Réseau de Femmes pour le Développement (RFLD) seeks to enhance justice for survivors by stre...

The Maputo Protocol represents a significant achievement in advancing gender equality and women's rights in Africa, attributed largely to Afro-feminist movements. These movements have been instrumenta...

The Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD) plays a transformative role in empowering women rural farmers in Benin and Francophone West and Central Africa. By providing subgrants and tr...

The "Pocket Book Quiz" by RFLD aims to empower women and girls in Sub-Saharan Africa through knowledge and education. Comprising 400 questions across 40 sections, it addresses critical issues like reproductive health, ethical AI, and women’s roles in conflict resolution. This resource fosters understanding, combats ignorance, and inspires advocacy for gender equality. As RFLD President AGUEH Dossi Sekonnou Gloria emphasizes, education is key to dismantling barriers and igniting change. The quiz serves as both a tool for personal growth and a call to action for individuals committed to creating a fair and equitable world for women.

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Feminist self-defense extends beyond physical techniques, encompassing mental and emotional empowerment, knowledge of rights, and building solidarity among women. It provides a safe space for sharing experiences of gender-based violence and emphasizes emotional regulation and self-confidence. By challenging societal norms and promoting positive self-image, it fosters resilience. Understanding legal frameworks and boundary setting is crucial, alongside community support. Furthermore, feminist self-defense advocates for education on consent, intersectionality, and allyship. It seeks to create inclusive spaces while addressing economic vulnerability and mental health needs. Ultimately, it empowers women to reclaim agency, ensuring their voices are respected and valued in the fight for equality.

The testimonials from RFLD illustrate the transformative impact of their initiatives across Francophone West and Central Africa, showcasing individual stories of resilience. Amina became an advocate a...

The Network of Women Leaders for Development (RFLD) offers a collection of vital resources aimed at supporting advocacy, research, and actions for women's rights and sustainable development in West Africa. This includes analyses, guides, and reports addressing issues such as legal frameworks for women's rights, challenges in patriarchal societies, and strategies for promoting safe abortion. The resources emphasize the importance of gender equality, women's participation in governance, economic justice, and conflict prevention. RFLD invites readers to utilize these materials to strengthen their advocacy efforts and contribute to creating a more equitable society for women and girls.

The RFLD Dɔnùesè Data Center serves as a critical resource for promoting gender equality in Sub-Saharan Africa by providing reliable data, analyses, and comprehensive databases. It enables research…

The right to freedom of association and assembly is essential for democratic governance and human rights, empowering citizens to organize and act collectively without fear. In Africa, effective guidel...

Join the Movement: Amplify Gender Equality with the RFLD NetworkAn Invitation to Collaborative Action and Transformative ImpactThe Women Leaders Network for Development – Réseau des Femmes Leaders …

Le Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD) a publié un rapport intitulé "Pluralité et Pouvoir : Les Femmes dans les Instances Décisionnelles en Afrique de l'Ouest". Cette étude examine en détail la représentation des femmes en politique dans la région, mettant en lumière les obstacles qui freinent leur participation, tels que les stéréotypes de genre et les barrières économiques. Le rapport offre des solutions pour améliorer cette participation, comme l'instauration de quotas, la formation des femmes leaders et la sensibilisation du public. Il appelle à l'action pour promouvoir l'égalité des genres et inclure les femmes dans la vie politique.