On the 21st of February ACFODE hosted Ms. Jebeth Foster, UNWOMEN's Country Representative. This was in relation to an event, organised by African Democracy Institute (IDASA) whose goal was to urgue women CSOs to participate in developing a tool kit that will aid in safe guarding women's securities in the electoral and political processes in Africa.
This is rooted in the fact that the rights of citizens to influence governance processes through the choice of their representatives is a key element of any democratic society. Violence against women denies them that right, robs them of a voice in the decisions taken by leaders and in the long run may lead to further marginalization in accessing services and other resources.
Also, the issue of Violence against Women in politics is increasingly becoming a common occurrence before, during and after elections. It is hidden and not always reported on or addressed.
Participants from different women CSOs attended the event. Mr. Derrick Marco and Ms. Esther Nasikye from IDASA engaged them in highlighting what they considered as important in developing the monitoring tool kit.
While commenting on this, Ms Foster urged those present to contribute information that will aid in developing the standard tool kit; which will in future be used to track violence against women, before, during and after elections.
Submitted By Sandra Nassali
Public Relations & Communications Officer
Action For Development
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