Engaging men in gender justice

Following on from the last and hugely successful Gender Community of Practice in November, this next session will discuss the opportunities and challenges in getting men to take an active role against women’s discrimination and promoting gender justice.

• What are the best techniques for engaging with men and boys in global solidarity projects and how effective are they?
• What are some of the challenges when speaking to those with power?
• How can we address these challenges?
• What techniques should we do more of?
• What has turned out to be less effective?

We will hear from different members of the global solidarity sector and the Wales and Africa Community about their experiences of building men’s confidence and capacity in the push for gender justice.

We look forward to discussing successful strategies in addition to  learning from less successful strategies.

Speakers

Joanna Jonas (Chair):

Based in Lesotho, Advocate Joanna Jonas is a passionate gender and human rights activist, legal professional, and a prominent advocate for women’s rights and empowerment. Driven by a commitment to feminist principles and women’s rights, Joanna is the proud founder and Executive Director of Nairasha Legal Support, a pioneering social legal enterprise that focuses on advancing gender equality, access to justice by victims and survivors of GBV and empowering marginalised communities. Under her leadership, Nairasha Legal Support has become a prominent force in addressing legal challenges faced by women, contributing significantly to the broader discourse on gender-based violence (GBV).

Joanna’s work extends beyond her home country, as she proudly holds the position of Chairperson for Dolen Cymru Wales-Lesotho, an organisation bridging connections between Lesotho and Wales, emphasising collaboration and mutual understanding.

Isaac Mbroh

• Team Coordinator / Head of MEAL, Data Management and Communications at Bees for Development Ghana.

Francis Mukhwana

• Executive Director of SUP Community Initiatives Africa, partner of Wales-based organisation GBV Uganda Projects.

Steve Garrett

• Supporter and fundraiser for Women’s Rights Advocacy Project.

Lettie Chimbi

• Director of Chomuzangari Women’s Co-operative.