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International Women’s Day – 8 March 2024

8 mars 2024
Nicole Gregoire
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Catégories: Anglophones et anglophiles
Mots-clés: change-makers, financing, Gender equality, green economy, human rights, poverty, progress, Women

Invest in women: Accelerate progress

Achieving gender equality and women’s well-being in all aspects of life is more crucial than ever if we want to create prosperous economies and a healthy planet. However, we are facing a key challenge: the alarming $360 billion annual deficit in gender-equality measures by 2030.

Join us on March 8, 2024, for International Women’s Day under the theme ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress”, and take a stand with us using the hashtag #InvestInWomen.

Here are five key areas needing joint action:

  • Investing in women, a human rights issue: Time is running out. Gender equality is the greatest human rights challenge, benefiting everyone.
  • Ending poverty: Due to the COVID pandemic and conflicts, 75 million more people have fallen into severe poverty since 2020. Immediate action is crucial to prevent over 342 million women and girls living in poverty by 2030.
  • Implementing gender-responsive financing: Conflicts and rising prices may lead 75% of countries to cut public spending by 2025, negatively impacting women and their essential services.
  • Shifting to a green economy and care society: The current economic system disproportionately affects women. Advocates propose a shift to a green economy and care society to amplify women’s voices.
  • Supporting feminist change-makers: Despite leading efforts, feminist organizations receive only 0.13% of official development assistance.

This International Women’s Day, let’s unite to transform challenges into opportunities and shape a better future for all!

Did you know?

  • In 1984, Australia introduced the world’s first Women’s Budget Statement, paving the way for many others to follow suit.
  • There is an alarming lack of financing with a staggering USD 360 billion annual deficit in spending on gender-equality measures.
  • Just 5% of government aid is focused on tackling violence against women and girls, and less than 0.2% is directed to its prevention.

 

Source: Text: https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day   Image: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

International Day of the African Child – 16 June 2023

16 juin 2023
Nicole Gregoire
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Catégories: Anglophones et anglophiles
Mots-clés: change-makers, Child Labour, child marriages, courage, potential, résilience, rights of children

The International Day of the African Child is a significant event that honors the courage, resilience, and potential of African children. Celebrated annually on June 16th, this day raises awareness about the rights, needs, and challenges faced by children across the African continent. In this blog, we will explore the history of this day, its theme for 2023, the importance of celebration, ways to observe the occasion, and inspiring quotes that capture the spirit of the African child.

History of International Day of the African Child:

The International Day of the African Child commemorates the Soweto Uprising that took place on June 16, 1976, in Soweto, South Africa. Thousands of black students marched in protest against the inferior quality of education they were receiving under the apartheid regime. Tragically, hundreds of children lost their lives during the protest. The day symbolizes the brave fight for equal education and serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for the rights of African children.

Theme for International Day of the African Child 2023:

The theme for the International Day of the African Child 2023 is “Education for Empowerment: Unlocking the Future.” This theme emphasizes the transformative power of education in shaping the lives of African children. It highlights the need for accessible, quality education that equips children with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities necessary to build a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

Why Do We Celebrate International Day of the African Child?

The celebration of the International Day of the African Child serves several important purposes. Firstly, it raises awareness about the challenges faced by African children, including poverty, lack of education, child labor, and child marriage. It also encourages governments, organizations, and individuals to take action to protect and promote the rights of children across the continent. Moreover, the day provides an opportunity to celebrate the resilience, talents, and potential of African children, who are the future leaders and change-makers of Africa.

 

Source: Text & Image: https://www.allworldday.com/international-day-of-the-african-child/