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Feminist initiatives in Sudan – A Story of Resilience, Resistance, and Solidarity

This research documents and analyzes feminist initiatives in Sudan, focusing on the experiences of women in grassroots efforts amid conflict, violence, and displacement. Using a qualitative approach, including remote interviews, focus groups, and literature reviews, the study highlights how these women’s groups address needs

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What we have lost in the war

WHAT WE HAVE LOST IN THE WAR: The Economic Impact of the Sudan Conflict on Women

This research paper highlights the roles and resilience of grassroots women’s groups in Sudan amid ongoing conflict. It focuses on the economic impact of looting, particularly in Khartoum, analyzing how it affects women differently based on factors like age, ethnicity, and socio-economic status

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Heartfelt Condolences to Rebecca Cheptegei’s Family: Domestic Violence Remains a Harsh Reality for Millions of Women and Girls in Eastern and the Horn of Africa

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Rebecca Cheptegei, the esteemed Ugandan marathon runner, as well as to the Uganda Athletics Federation and her friends, following her tragic death reported today September 5, 2024. Rebecca, who succumbed to severe burns after allegedly being doused with petrol and set on fire by a former partner, was a remarkable athlete who recently competed in the Paris Olympics.

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Communiqué: Round Table on Women’s Political Participation and Legislative Reforms in South Sudan

Communiqué
We, the women leaders of South Sudan, representing a diverse range of groups and networks including women politicians, civil society members, faith leaders, activists, and women’s rights defenders, convened by the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA Network), have gathered to discuss the implementation of the Women’s Peace and Security agenda in South Sudan.

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2022 ANNUAL NARRATIVE REPORT

We are excited to share our 2022 Annual Report!
Despite it being a difficult year for women’s rights organizations worldwide due to COVID-19-related economic shifts and political instability in the Greater Horn of Africa, our efforts made significant impact. We reached over 26,610 beneficiaries and enhanced the skills of 3,154 grassroots women and human rights advocates. Our support to 31 partners helped strengthen

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Announcing Winners of SIHA Network’s 2024 Women at the Frontline Awards

We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2024 Women at the Frontline Awards!
Organized under the theme, “Championing Women’s Agency through Breaking Barriers and Stereotypes during times of War and Conflict,” this year’s Awards acknowledged individuals and organizations for their significant contributions around mobilizing women’s agency to counter violence against women, overcoming barriers to women’s leadership and participation in decision-making, and promoting economic empowerment in conflict-affected areas, with a focus on Sudan.

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Press Statement: Gezira State and the Forgotten Atrocities: A Report on Conflict-related Sexual Violence

SIHA Network has released a report underscores the dire circumstances faced by Sudanese women and girls amid the ongoing war and humanitarian crisis in Sudan. The report focuses on the deliberate use of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) in Gezira State.

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