Inspiring collaboration between the Network and CREA
The Network and CREA have recently collaborated on an inspiring piece of work to advance conversations on preventing and eliminating gender-based violence (GBV) against women and girls, including those with disabilities, as well as strengthening women’s leadership and women’s political participation in decision-making. This is under the Women Gaining Ground (WGG) Consortium. WGG aims to equip women and girls with the necessary tools and skills to be architects of a society free from violence, and lead political and social transformation to redefine, prevent, and eliminate GBV. The collaborative piece entailed two strands. Firstly, we brought together women with disabilities who are members of the Network to reflect and dialogue on progress made in as far as ending violence against women and girls with disabilities, and engagement in political participation is concerned. Secondly, and as a follow-up, we held a Policy Dialogue event that brought together stakeholders from governmen...