A personal reflection by Emma Kalea Chigwenembe, the Deputy Director of GJU Wow! We recently had an incredible experience at the SEGAL CONNECT Summit in Lilongwe! 🌟 As I sit here, still buzzing with energy and ideas, I can’t help but feel immensely grateful for the opportunity to have been part of this transformative […]
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The Malawi Legal Information Institute (MalawiLII.org), in partnership with Laws Africa, is proud to share updates on our outreach activities under the “Enabling free access to legal information” project. This initiative, funded by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), aims to empower citizens, particularly women and girls, to actively participate in Malawi’s democratic landscape. Recent
As we reflect on our year-long project work in the Nkhotakota district, we are filled with a sense of accomplishment and renewed purpose. Our efforts to enhance access to justice and combat gender-based violence (GBV) have made tangible differences in people’s lives while also illuminating the challenges that remain. Key Achievements: Comprehensive Baseline Studies: We
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The Gender and Justice Unit (GJU) proudly participated in the 9th African Population Conference held in Lilongwe, Malawi, from May 20-24, 2024. Organized every four years by the Union for African Population Studies (UAPS), the African Population Conference (APC) is the largest scientific meeting on population issues that examines the state and knowledge gaps regarding
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Join us for an inside look at a groundbreaking Train-the-Trainer workshop aimed at ending sexual harassment and sextortion in Malawi’s judicial system. This short documentary showcases the efforts of the Gender and Justice Unit (GJU), the Women Judges Association of Malawi (WOJAM – https://www.facebook.com/womenjudgesassociation/), and the Democratic Governance and Rights Unit (DGRU) to create a
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In the heart of Kauma, within Traditional Authority Chimutu’s domain, resides a remarkable woman named Gladys Makunganya. She’s not just a resident of this vibrant community; she’s a beacon of strength and resilience. Gladys’s journey unfolds through her words, a testament to her unwavering spirit. She’s not just any woman; she’s a vital part of
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We are thrilled to share today’s Trócaire-supported activity! In pursuing a Malawi free from gender-based violence (GBV), we are working with the community victim support members of Chigwirizano, Chitipi, Lumbadzi and Mtandire to conduct legal clinics and legal awareness activities. At the heart of our mission lies the unwavering commitment to empower women with knowledge and
Our Deputy Director and Projects Manager Emma Nyakalea Chigwenembe is in Kigali, Rwanda attending the #SEGAL2023 Annual General Meeting for the Segal Family Foundation – with other SFF implementing partners and funders from around the world from the 12th -14th of July 2023!
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The Gender and Justice Unit in partnership with Barefoot Lawyers- Uganda is seeking individuals or organisations working towards contributing to access to justice services in Malawi. We are seeking your innovations to be recognized at the Innovations for Justice Awards. We are looking for innovations in areas of · Cost Reduction · Procedures or Processes
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We were thrilled to participate in this ceremonial handover of beds, mattresses and blankets for the Victim Support Units (VSU) at Lingadzi and Area 25 Police Stations. These were items donated through GJU and @tigwiranemanjafoundation by @PEPFAR in Malawi, as part of the observation of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence #16daysofactivism2022. The donation
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