2025 16 Days of Activism Campaign
2025-11-25 08:00 - 2025-12-10 17:00 UTC
November 25 – December 10, 2025
Theme: “From Violence to Voice: Technology and Education for Justice”
Highlights:

Launched digital safety training program in Nigeria
Trained 150 community advocates across three countries
Hosted 5 webinars with 400+ participants
Generated 2 million social media impressions
Secured commitments from 3 government officials for policy action

2025 International Women's Day
2025-11-25 - 2025-12-10
March 8, 2025
Theme: “Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress”
Highlights:

Awarded 25 scholarships to girls in STEM
Hosted panel on women’s economic empowerment featuring government ministers
Launched Safe Schools, Smart Girls program in Ghana
Celebrated 100 women leaders across our countries
Raised $50,000 for girls’ education

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATIONS
2026-03-08
We commemorate International Women’s Day by celebrating African women’s achievements and renewing our commitment to equality.
What We Do:

Spotlight women leaders in education, technology, and peacebuilding
Host panel discussions on pressing gender issues
Launch new initiatives and programs
Award scholarships to outstanding girls
Organize community celebrations across our countries

Get Involved: Nominate a woman leader. Sponsor scholarships. Join our celebrations.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATIONS
2026-03-08 - 2026-03-23
We commemorate International Women’s Day by celebrating African women’s achievements and renewing our commitment to equality.
What We Do:

Spotlight women leaders in education, technology, and peacebuilding
Host panel discussions on pressing gender issues
Launch new initiatives and programs
Award scholarships to outstanding girls
Organize community celebrations across our countries

Get Involved: Nominate a woman leader. Sponsor scholarships. Join our celebrations.

WOMEN, PEACE & SECURITY DIALOGUES
Virtual Convenings | Every Quarter
We bring together women peacebuilders from Ethiopia, Ghana, and Nigeria for cross-country learning and solidarity.
What We Do:

Share experiences and strategies across contexts
Build networks among women peacebuilders
Develop joint advocacy strategies
Connect grassroots activists with policymakers
Document women’s peace contributions

Get Involved: Attend our next dialogue. Support women peacebuilders.

DIGITAL SKILLS WORKSHOPS
2026-03-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-10 00:00 - 2026-09-25 23:59
Program | Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria
Regular hands-on training for women and girls in digital literacy, coding, and tech skills.
What We Do:

Beginner digital literacy for women new to technology
Intermediate skills in office software and online tools
Advanced coding and software development
Digital safety and online security
Tech career pathways and mentorship

Get Involved: Volunteer as a trainer. Donate devices. Sponsor a participant.

CSW SIDE EVENT: Breaking Barriers to Justice
2026-03-09 08:00 - 2026-03-19 17:00, 2027-03-08 08:00 - 2027-03-18 17:00 | Ghana, Ghana
Annual Event | March during UN Commission on the Status of Women
Our flagship advocacy event at the UN Commission on the Status of Women, bringing African women’s voices to global policy discussions.
What Happens:

High-level panel with grassroots activists, government officials, and academics
Showcase of integrated approaches to women’s empowerment
Policy recommendations for CSW agreed conclusions
Networking and partnership building
Media engagement and visibility

2026 Theme: “Breaking Barriers to Justice: How Education, Technology, and Peace Unlock Access to Justice for African Women and Girls”
Get Involved: Register to attend. Submit questions. Share on social media.

2026 16 Days of Activism
2026-06-30 00:00 - 2026-07-15 23:59 | accra, Accra, Ghana
June 2026 | Accra, Ghana | Hybrid
Theme to be decided. Registration opens March 2026.
Call for Speakers | Sponsorship Opportunities | Join Waitlist

16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM AGAINST GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
2026-11-25 08:00 - 2026-12-10 17:00
Every year, we mobilize communities across Ethiopia, Ghana, and Nigeria for the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
What We Do:

Host webinars featuring survivors, activists, and experts
Organize community dialogues on preventing violence
Launch awareness campaigns on social media
Train community advocates in GBV response
Advocate for policy changes and implementation
Amplify survivors’ voices and demands for justice

Past Impact:

400+ virtual participants across three countries
300+ community members engaged in local events
National media coverage in all focus countries
Policy recommendations submitted to governments

Get Involved: Join our next campaign. Host a community dialogue. Share our resources.

16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM AGAINST GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
2026-11-25 08:00 - 2026-12-10 17:00
WOMEN, PEACE & SECURITY DIALOGUES
Virtual Convenings | Every Quarter
We bring together women peacebuilders from Ethiopia, Ghana, and Nigeria for cross-country learning and solidarity.
What We Do:

Share experiences and strategies across contexts
Build networks among women peacebuilders
Develop joint advocacy strategies
Connect grassroots activists with policymakers
Document women’s peace contributions

Get Involved: Attend our next dialogue. Support women peacebuilders.

WOMEN, PEACE & SECURITY DIALOGUES
2026-11-25 08:00 - 2026-12-10 17:00 | Ghana, Ghana
Virtual Convenings | Every Quarter
We bring together women peacebuilders from Ethiopia, Ghana, and Nigeria for cross-country learning and solidarity.
What We Do:

Share experiences and strategies across contexts
Build networks among women peacebuilders
Develop joint advocacy strategies
Connect grassroots activists with policymakers
Document women’s peace contributions

Get Involved: Attend our next dialogue. Support women peacebuilders.

SAFE SCHOOLS CONVENING
2026-11-25 - 2026-12-10 | Ghana, Ghana
Annual Event | Ghana
Bringing together educators, students, parents, and policymakers to advance safe, inclusive education for girls.
What Happens:

Workshops on school-related gender-based violence prevention
Training on gender-sensitive pedagogy
Student-led sessions on girls’ experiences
Policy dialogue with Ministry of Education
Launch of safe schools initiatives
Recognition of champion schools and teachers

Get Involved: Fund safe schools programs. Attend as an educator. Support policy advocacy.

CSW70 Side Event
2026-11-25 - 2026-12-10
Friday, March 24, 2026 | 12:00-1:30 PM EST | Virtual
“Reimagining Peace in Africa: The Role of Women in Disarmament, Conflict Prevention, and Continental Impact”
Speakers:

Representative from East Africa
West Africa
Central Africa
South Africa
North Africa

Register Now | Submit Questions | Share Event
