To:
The Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency Mary Simon
The Right Honorable Prime Minister, Justine Trudeau
The Honorable Minister for Global Affairs, Mélanie Joly
On behalf of 758 Indigenous activists and allies, The National Council of Women of Canada (NCWC) President Ms. Marianne Wilkinson, Vice President Ms. Daniela Chivu, and Every Woman Treaty
Re: Support Global Policy to End Violence against Indigenous Women and Girls
September 26, 2024
Your Excellencies,
We open this letter by acknowledging all the indigenous women who have been murdered, violated and are missing, in all areas of the world. They are our friends, our daughters, our sisters and our mothers. They are our cousins and neighbors. To most of the world, these sacred souls are invisible. Not to us, which is why we are writing to you.
Violence against indigenous women is astronomically high. The World Bank estimates that 68 percent of indigenous women in Ecuador have experienced violence. In Cameroon, violence against two indigenous communities is estimated at 55 percent. Eighty-four percent of American Indian and Alaska Native women have experienced violence in their lifetime, while indigenous women in Canada are almost seven times more likely to be murdered by an acquaintance than non-indigenous women. In 2020, 889 indigenous women were raped in Bangladesh, a number that is believed to be underreported.
In Canada, indigenous women face disproportionately high levels of violence. Despite making up a small percentage of the population, indigenous women are far more likely to experience violence, go missing, or be murdered than non-indigenous women. This crisis is rooted in historical injustices and systemic discrimination —a part of ongoing colonial legacies and social inequalities that continue to marginalize indigenous communities. Addressing this issue requires a concerted effort to recognize the unique challenges indigenous women face and to implement meaningful change through policy, support, and reconciliation.
Many nations have committed genocide against native indigenous populations and established an oppressive, racist and discriminatory social system that has worked to erase our identities and cultures, and continues to do so. Such violence takes many forms, such as the removal of indigenous children from our homes in the name of “education/civilization” and, recently, safety, land confiscation and invasions, displacement, and deforestation for development and business. Rape, murder, and sexual harassment has been and is used as tools to intimidate us, stripping us of our dignity and the rights the UN works to ensure for all human beings. In Guatemala, for example, 88 percent of women survivors of rape and torture during the civil war were indigenous. In some nations, such as in Bangladesh, we are not even allowed to call ourselves with the term we choose and prefer — indigenous peoples.
The intersecting reality of discrimination against us for being indigenous and for being women means not only are rates of violence against us higher, seeking help and getting justice is difficult. We have less access to education, employment and healthcare. In shelters in a province in Canada, for example, indigenous women comprise 70 percent of the women, while the indigenous population is 16 percent, a result of high rates of violence plus added economic and social marginalization.
Indigenous women and girls face violence from non-native men and boys, as well as men from our communities. In Bangladesh where one of us works to secure justice for indigenous women, it is not unusual for indigenous men to threaten women and girls on social media and share their names and phone numbers. It is socially acceptable for indigenous men who disapprove of an indigenous woman or girl’s attire, lifestyle or activities to threaten the indigenous woman or girl and her family. There have been instances when a group of indigenous men have beaten up indigenous women and girls in the name of “protection.” The violence occurs because the power has traditionally been in the hands of the men, though we are slowly changing this.
What can we do to stop this? What can we do to make the world see our situation and work toward change? We, indigenous women’s rights activists across the globe, need this violence to be out into the light, everywhere. We believe the most promising path is through a treaty in the form of an Optional Protocol to CEDAW specific to ending violence against women and girls.
An Optional Protocol to CEDAW specific to ending violence against women and girls will push states to recognize indigenous women and girls with their own identities, a crucial first step in ending this violence. Second, a treaty would make the horrendous violence against indigenous women and girls visible. In some indigenous communities, there is no place to talk about what is happening, which keeps violence hidden and unaddressed. A treaty would give us a platform for this crucial dialogue and allow us to change the narrative for indigenous women and girls.
A treaty would also work to address the culture of impunity that permeates most nations when it comes to violence against us. For example, In Bangladesh, 57 cases of violence were filed by indigenous women between 2010 and 2011, and not a single verdict was rendered. In some countries, indigenous women cannot even lodge a complaint, particularly if the perpetrator is a soldier. The belief is that the woman’s accusation disrespects the entire army; it does not occur to them that it is the soldier who violated and disrespected the woman. A treaty will push nations to improve access to justice at all levels, from reporting to prosecution, for indigenous women, as well as all women.
In many nations, data specific to violence against indigenous women is minimal or non-existent, part of our invisibility and racist practices. Data collection can be part of a new instrument’s metrics-based monitoring and reporting system.
In short, a treaty would give us a tool to further our work — a document we can use to partner with native and government officials to push them to take action.
CEDAW is the right home for this treaty. It is an extraordinarily powerful tool for women’s equality, and its 2022 General Recommendation 39 on the rights of indigenous women and girls was an important and necessary step. A new optional protocol to CEDAW specific to violence against women and girls will strengthen CEDAW’s framework and be binding on states, pushing them to action. It will close the geographic gap created by the three regional instruments, which leave nearly 75 percent of women and girls without protection from a legally binding instrument on violence against women and girls.
An Optional Protocol is urgently needed. Broadly speaking, such a mechanism would mandate interventions widely known to lower rates of violence, particularly when enacted together, including legal reform; training for police, judges, healthcare providers and all others who come into contact with survivors; establishment of survivor support systems; and violence prevention education and national campaigns.
We need global leaders like you to become champions of a binding framework to end violence against women and girls.
We know you believe in human rights, in justice and in the rights of all people and all women, including the rights to indigenous women and girls to live free from violence. We know you believe in the interventions a treaty would mandate. We are asking you to see the power a treaty has to change our lives and the power you have to make it happen. We are asking you to save our lives and the lives of our sisters, daughters, and granddaughters, and your sisters, daughters and granddaughters. We are asking you to join us in hope and to call for an Optional Protocol to CEDAW dedicated to ending violence against women and girls to make the world safer for all of us.
Sincerely,
758 indigenous activists and supporters from 78 nations
Africa
Rafatou Djoddi Sikka, University of Benin, Benin; Onkemetse Maruping, Family Support Centre, Botswana; Nengo Emmanuel, Uniproba, Burundi; Rubin, Global Alliance for Peace Leadership ”GAPEL”, Burundi; Vital Bambanze, United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, Burundi; Abubakar Sulaiman Maoko, GBV Data Collectors, Cameroon; Achiri Constance, Hand in Hand Cameroon, Cameroon; Aehshatou Manu, African Indigenous Women Organization Central African Network, Cameroon; Aissa Yusufu, Cameroon; Arrah Betty, Cameroon; Atanga Marina Mangwi, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous Peoples, Cameroon; Balkisou Buba, Indigenous Peoples and Sustainable Development, Cameroon; Bate Patience, Community Women Peace Mediators, Cameroon; Beatrice Ndefon, Solidarity Health Foundation, Cameroon; Boubakari Daldava Abdouraman, Association Tous Ensemble pour le Développement, Cameroon; Djepang Yvonne Armande, Association Pour La Promotion De La Lutte Contre Les Violences Faites Aux Femmes Et La Participation Au Développement De La Femme Africaine, Cameroon; Dopgima Stella, Centre for Youth and Family Empowerment Centre, Cameroon; Esther Omam, Reach Out Cameroon, Cameroon; Fany Miglange Kengne, Cameroon; Gladys Mbuya, International Federation of Women Lawyers, Cameroon; Hauwa Abdullahi, Blaftu, Cameroon; Louis Noel Mendi, Dikome Balue Women Cooperative, Cameroon; Modjenpa Noukeme Bibiche, Reach Out Cameroon, Cameroon; Moh Harriet, Moh Foundation, Cameroon; Nancy Bolima, Health Development Consultancy Service, Cameroon; Ngoran Chtistabel Wiryenkwea, Women in Action against Gender Based Violence, Cameroon; Patricia Mesoe, St. David University of Nursing, Cameroon; Ramatu Abdu, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People, Cameroon; Sali Juleyatou Sherifatou, Cameroon; Sally, Daraja Reube Mbororo Development Association, Cameroon; Samiratu Hamadu, Girls Guide Network, Cameroon; Seni Yusufa, Rural Development Foundation, Cameroon; Violet Fokum, Center for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa, Cameroon; Wirngo Joyceline Vernyuy, Better Life Association for the Underprivileged, Cameroon; Yvan Siaka, Cameroon; Yvonne Armande Djepang, Association pour la promotion de la lutte contre les violences faites aux femmes et la participation au développement de la Femme africaine, Cameroon; Zemenke Mbah Florrey, Organisation des jeunes pour l’Environnement et du Développement durable, Cameroon; Aehshatou Manu, African Indigenous Women Organisation Central African Network, Cameroon; Aminatu Gambo, Cameroon; Anjoh Rose, North West Regional Assembly Bamenda, Cameroon; Atim Niger-Thomas, Authentique Memorial Empowerment Foundation, Cameroon; Baiye Frida Ebai, Blessing Associates for Women and Children, Cameroon; Bi Ambe, Sisters of Saint Ann, Cameroon; Fadimatou Buba, Madakson Cattle Breeders Group, Cameroon; Felicia Munge Etape Ngome, Terfel Gender Development and Peace Foundation, Cameroon; Habiba Hodi Sidiki, Cameroon National Youth Council, Cameroon; Hussaina Abdou, Daraja Reube Mbororo Development Association, Cameroon; Hussaina Fadimatou Abdou, Daraja Reube Mbororo Development Association, Cameroon; Itoe Rosemary epse Dokiri Basame Wase, Dikome Women Empowerment Cooperative, Cameroon; Kiampi Ngoueni Gisèle Valéry, Ndian All Women Organisations Network, Cameroon; Kingsly Yunisha, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People, Cameroon; Makane Ngoe, Balue Women Association for Solidarity, Cameroon; Mande Itoe, Balue Women Association for Solidarity, Cameroon; Michelle Tankoua, Cameroon; Musa Usman Ndamba, Mbororo Social and Cultural Development Association, Cameroon; Mustapha Suradi, Mbororo Social and Cultural Development Association, Cameroon; Ndape Sally, Community Initiative for Developmental Action, Cameroon; Ngwi Brandy, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People, Cameroon; Ojong Marian, Daraja Reube Mbororo Development Association, Cameroon; Ramatu Abdu, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People, Cameroon; Ramatu Hamadou Adama, Mbororo Social and Cultural Development Association, Cameroon; Sakinatou Adamu Abdou, The Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People, Cameroon; Sakwe Mande, Regional Delegation of Secondary Education, Cameroon; Tanyi Christian, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Foundation, Cameroon; Vivian Ndiangang, Sisters of Saint Ann, Cameroon; Welisane Bonè, Rinoo Cameroon, Cameroon; Yakum Cedric Tanteng Mingo, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People, Cameroon; Zainab Abdullahi, Daraja Reube Mbororo Development Association, Cameroon; Zie Mirabel Atanga, Underprivileged Women Empowerment Association, Cameroon; Mahamat Abdelkerim Abbas, International Helping for the Young, Chad; Naomie Ngumadjibaye Dabot, Green Academy of Climate, Chad; Anastasie Bahati, Strong Roots, Congo; Crispin Swedi Bilombele, Àube Nouvelle pour la Femme et le Développement, Congo; Crispin Swedi Bilombele, Aube Nouvelle pour la Femme et le Développement, Congo; Daniel Amani, Engagement Citoyen pour la promotion de la Paix et le Développement, Congo; Daniel Amani, Engagement Citoyen pour la promotion de la Paix et le Developpement, Congo; Hervé Shamavu, Cibicom Data Centre, Congo; Marie Nyombo Zaina, Réseau National des ONG pour le Développement de la Femme, Congo; Richard Ngongo, Association sans but lucratif pour le développement socio-économique du Sud-Ubangi, Congo; Blanchard Cherotti, Association pour le respect du droit des populations autochtones, du développement durable et du droit de l’homme, Congo; Blanchard Cherotti Mavoungou, Association pour le respect du droit des populations autochtones, du développement durable et du droit de l’homme, Congo; Cherotti Blanchard, Association pour le respect du droit des populations autochtones du développement durable et du droit de l’homme, Congo; Kounatcho Narcisse Kone, Côte d’Ivoire; Ahouty Kouakou, Action et Humanisme, Côte d’Ivoire; Albertina Nyatsi, Positive Women Together in Action, Eswatini; Bonsile Sizani Mamba, International Community of Women living with HIV, Eswatini; Derartu Ligdi, Adoye Center for Ethiopian Women Empowerment, Ethiopia; Endashaw Mogessie, PHE Ethiopia Consortium, Ethiopia; Endashaw Mogessie Tiruneh, PHE Ethiopia Consortium, Ethiopia; Martha Dejene, Ewin charitable Association, Ethiopia; Rabiya Eberahim, Afar Community Initiative Sustainable Development Association, Ethiopia; Rabiya Seid, Ethiopia; Salome Tetteh, Christian Council of Ghana, Ghana; Samuel J.K.J. Azakasi, Prime Peace Foundation, Ghana; Abigail Edem Hunu, Ghana; Abu Ibrahim, Centre for Communities Education and Youth Development, Ghana; Akonsi Mohammed, University for Development Studies, Ghana; Hashim Yussif, Progressive Democrats Association, Ghana; Portia Afi Asempena, United Nations Association of Ghana, Ghana; Vera Yeboah, Freeworld International, Ghana; Alex Mulili, The Presbyterian University of East Africa, Kenya; Alex Odongo, Network for Research and Governance, Kenya; Annah Jepketer, Laudato si, Kenya; Asha Abdi, Kenya; Audrey Bigeti, Girls to Women Organization, Kenya; Beatrice Kioko, Kenya; Beatrice Maina, Young Women Growing, Kenya; Brian Wekesa, Kenya; Britney Nashiru, The Kenya Institute of Management, Kenya; Caroline Kavita, Kenya; Charles Okwemba, Alpha Support Development Programme, Kenya; Claret Hellen, Gyenggi Business Centre, Kenya; Daniel Gudu, Kenya; David Silakan, Community Land Action Now!, Kenya; Diana Ngina, Kenya; Dorcas Nyambura, Kenya; Dorcus Parit, Hope Beyond Foundation, Kenya; Dorothy Jebet, Elimu Kwanza Initiative, Kenya; Elizabeth Yala, Cooperative University of Kenya, Kenya; Ephy Ogutu, Car and General, Kenya; Eric Ang’iro, Omom ELite, Kenya; Esther Khasiala Nziya, Women Hope Abled Disability, Kenya; Euphreshia odhiambo, Kenya; Faithvugusa, Kenya; Glain Kimer, Omom ELite, Kenya; Glain Naneu Kimer, Kenya; Grace Ojuang, Winam Chanua Dada, Kenya; Isaac Wambui, Presbyterian University, Kenya; Jesca Wambui, Kenyatta University, Kenya; julia Wambiru, Barwaqa Relief Organisation, Kenya; Juliana, The Africa Gender Table, Kenya; Juliet Akoth, Talk Africa, Kenya; Juliet Akoth, Talk Africa, Kenya; Juliet Levin Otieno, Forum for African Women Educationalists, Kenya; Kajuju Kimathi, Together as one Kithirune, Kenya; Khelly Kate, The Presbyterian University of East Africa, Kenya; Kitur Kennedy, Metromed Scientific Africa Limited, Kenya; Koi Dama, Kenyatta University, Kenya; Kristine Yakhama, Good Health Community Programmes, Kenya; Laureen Adhiambo, Tikvah, Kenya; Lavender Achieng, Wuoth Ogik Social Justice Center, Kenya; Lilian Nelima, Kenya; Margaret Kendi, Kewma, Kenya; Margaret Kendi Njea, Kenya; Maria, Youth Anit-FGM Network Kenya, Kenya; Mary Sirengo, Crea, Kenya; Mercy Kalemela, Girls to Women Organization, Kenya; Mercy lepalo, Yank Kajiado Chapter, Kenya; Meshack Omuhaka, Moi Girls Kamusinga, Kenya; Mitchel Jelagat, Happy Place, Kenya; Monicah Odipo, Maseno University, Kenya; Mornica Atieno, Kenyatta University, Kenya; Nekesa Wandera, Pema Kenya, Kenya; Orore, Kenya; Pamela Njeru, Upendo Care Organization, Kenya; Paul, Network For Research & Governance, Kenya; Pauline Waswa, Kenya; Peninah, Providence Whole Care International, Kenya; Rachel Juma, Kenya; Rachel Ochieng, Sigama Junior School, Kenya; Reagan Migeni, East Africa Institute of Certifed Students, Kenya; Rita Oduor, Kisumu National Polytechnic, Kenya; Ruth Mugo, Murang’a Technical Training Institute, Kenya; Sabrina Semanzi, Kenya; Sandra Misiribi, Good Health Community Programmes, Kenya; Sandra Misiribi, Good Health Community Programmes, Kenya; 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Stephanie Moonkai, Gem Trust, Kenya; Ulfat Masibo, Africa Muslim Women Action Network, Kenya; Winnie, Kenya; Evangeline D. Sirleaf, Her Voice Liberia, Liberia; James Yarsiah, Rights and Rice Foundation, Liberia; Janice Smallwood Malekebu, Sister 4 Sister International, Liberia; Margaret Muna Nigba, Her Voice Liberia, Liberia; Jannie Marie Jacqueline Betrasimplice, Malagasy Youth Initiative, Madagascar; Caleb Ng’ombo, People Serving Girls at Risk, Malawi; Dieneba, Avacr, Mali; Djenabou Ly, Mali; Khady Kebe, Institut Vito S, Mali; Korotoumou, Adsec, Mali; Sifelani Biningu Sibanda, Mali; Hawa Sidibe, Association du Developpement et de la promotion de Droit de l Homme, Mauritania; Bohari Souley, ONG Failatoul Hairan la Bienfaisance, Niger; Djibrilla Fatchima, Association Nigerienne des Scouts de l’Environnement, Niger; Abubakar Giwa, University of Ibadan, Nigeria; Adejoke Adeleye, Pmnews/Thenews, Nigeria; Aimee Chris, Aimee Inspiring Women Foundation, Nigeria; Aimee Osamudiamen Chris, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Altine Ibrahim, Sahel Initiative for Justice to Women and Children, Nigeria; Anna Sanusi, Mega Heart Community Development Initiative, Nigeria; Asikaralu Okafor, Village Farmers Initiative, Nigeria; Audu Felicia, Be My Hand Initiative, Nigeria; Bella Akhagba, Bella Foundation. for Child and Maternal Care, Nigeria; Blessing Daniel, University of Calabar, Nigeria; Blessing Effiong Daniel, University of Calabar, Nigeria; Busayo Obisakin, Women Inspiration Development Center, Nigeria; Caroline Remson, Nigeria; Cecilia Ndu-Okoli, Global Missions International, Nigeria; Chiamaka Peace Eze, Makz RISE Up Network (MRUN), Nigeria; Chibuzo Emmanuel, Paragone International Health & Support Initiative, Nigeria; Cindy Daniel, Federal Polytechnical Bauchi, Nigeria; Clemency Zere Ishaya, Glide Environments, Nigeria; Cynthia Bright, Gbolekekro Women Empowerment And Development Organization, Nigeria; Damaris lamunha Joseph, Sc Ultra Model School, Nigeria; Dirmicit Binyir Pyentam, Ochaworth Leadership and Community Development Initiative, Nigeria; Dr. Uzodinma Adirieje, Afrihealth Optonet Association, Nigeria; Dudu Manuga, Responsible Citizenship and Human Development Initiative, Nigeria; Edwina Jiy Mang, Women & Children in Support of Community Development Initiative, Nigeria; Elizabeth Agwale Ezekiel, Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Nigeria; Emily Ranna Yinala, Sharing Education and Learning for Life Foundation, Nigeria; Emmanuel Ogar, University of Nigeria, Nigeria; Eris Jewo-Ibi, Working Fingers International Intiative, Nigeria; Eunice Odedele, Gender Equality and the Girl Child Development Foundation, Nigeria; Fatima Adam, Children And Young People Living For Peace, Nigeria; Fatima Suleiman, Islamic Counseling Initiatives of Nigeria, Nigeria; Fatimah Ahmad Amshi, Forum for the Promotion of Gender Equity and Moral Values, Nigeria; Felicia Chiamaka Nwobodo, Youth Child Support Initiative, Nigeria; Felicia Ernest Ikejiaku, Nigeria; Florence Gbinigie, Forum of Nigerian Women In Politics, Nigeria; Galadima Blessing Abi, Nigeria; Hadiza Muhammad Dala, Fomwan, Nigeria; Halima Abdurrahman, 100 Women Lobby Group, Nigeria; Halima Layeni, Life After Abuse Foundation, Nigeria; Hassan Abdullahi Dachia, G.A. Dachia Computer & Internet Cafe, Nigeria; Hauwa Abubakar, North-Eastern University, Nigeria; Hayat Gommaa, Ahmadu bello university, Nigeria; Ifeoma, Better Tomorrow for child empowerment foundation, Nigeria; Ijeoma Nnantah, Nigeria; Ijeoma Nnantah, Nigeria; Isibor Oaikhinan, Central Bank of Nigeria, Nigeria; Isoken Osemwengie, Edo State Universal Basic Education Board, Nigeria; Itunuayo Ogundare, Nigeria; Janet Yunana, Traffina Foundation For Community Health, Nigeria; Joy Omeh, Women for Decency International Outreach, Nigeria; Joyce Ahmadu, Gender Dynamix Consult, Nigeria; Joyce Chikamnario John, Centre for Initiatives and Development, Nigeria; Kehinde Oyeleye, The Acalypha Child Care Initiative, Nigeria; Keran Danjan, Queentrepreneur Women’s Foundation, Nigeria; Kikelomo Oyetunde, The Acalypha Child Care Initiative, Nigeria; Loretta Ahuokpeme, Amaclare Connect & Development Initiative, Nigeria; Louisa Eikhomun-Agbonkhese, Echoes of Women in Africa, Nigeria; Maijankai Donald Shallom, International Federation of Women Lawyers, Nigeria; Maijankai Shallom, International Federation of Women Lawyers, Nigeria; Martina Ogar, Institute of Management and Technology, Nigeria; Maryam Lanko, Narrow the Gap Child Advocacy Initiative & SELL Foundation, Nigeria; Musa Usman, Fulbe Global Development and rights Initiative, Nigeria; Nanret Azi, University of Jos, Nigeria; Ndifreke, Nigeria; Ndukeabasi Udoh, Nigeria; Nenrot Lobadungze, Office of the Auditor Geeneral for the Federation, Nigeria; Olanike Ibitoye, Nigeria; Oluchi Ajogwu, Nigeria; Oyaifo AbdulGhani, International Society for Peace and Safety, Nigeria; Peace, Initiative for People’s Good Health, Nigeria; Philomina Otiji, Orient Ives Health & Support Initiative, Nigeria; Podar longtang Emmanuel, Plateau State polytechnic barkin ladi, Nigeria; Rabi Gurama, Women Development Initiative, Nigeria; Rabiu Abdulwahab, Bauchi State Hospitals Management Board, Nigeria; Richard Inyamkume, Ambassadors of Dialogue Climate and Reintegration, Nigeria; Rita Uwasan, Civil Centre for Peace, Justice, and Development, Nigeria; Rose Perfect, College of Education, Nigeria; Ruhamah Ifere, The Youth Evolve, Nigeria; Rukayya Abdulrahman, Nigeria; Rukayya Idris, Bayero University Kano, Nigeria; Salamat Ajede, Centre for the Empowerment of Women Youth Development Care and Rehabilitation of the Aged, Nigeria; Salami Shaibu, Environmental Degradation Organization of Nigeria, Nigeria; Samuel Okocha, Abraham Children International, Nigeria; Sarah Effiong, University of Calabar, Nigeria; Saudat Yaki, S. Yaki Women Support Group, Nigeria; Saudat Yaki, S. 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Huda League of Nigeria, Nigeria; Judith Remson, Plateau State University Bokkos, Nigeria; Jumai Danuk Tadi, Victor Dielat Memorial Foundation, Nigeria; Kate Duru, Echoes of Women in Africa Initiative, Nigeria; Keziah Bulus, College of Agriculture, Nigeria; Kini Emmanuel, Centre for Equitable Health Support and Right Initiative, Nigeria; Lami Bako Yakasai, Enlightenment and Empowerment of Northern Women Initiative, Nigeria; Leah Dutse, Leadtots, Nigeria; Linda G. Allabura, Foundation for Youth Awakening and Empowerment, Nigeria; Lohnim Nimre Nandang, Plateau State Ministry of Agriculture, Nigeria; Longdi Yildet, Thinkshe Aid Foundation, Nigeria; Loretta Ahuokpeme, Amaclare Connect and Development Initiative, Nigeria; Maimuna Mohammed, Society for Women Development and Empowerment of Nigeria, Nigeria; Mary James, SELL Foundation Nigeria, Nigeria; Maryam Bornoma, North Eastern University, Nigeria; Muhammad Yahaya, Open Government Partnership, Nigeria; Nadia Chinagorom, Women against Violence And Exploitation Foundation, Nigeria; Nancy David, Nancyso Variety, Nigeria; Nendirmwa Paul Daguzuk, Leadtots Development Initiative Bauchi, Nigeria; Nenkimun Dago, Nigeria; Nenritmwa Sunday, Federal Polytechnic, Nigeria; Nwanneka Ogbuji, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike, Nigeria; Oluwadamilola Jinadu, Nigeria; Oluwaseyi Ogundile, Management Sciences for Health, Nigeria; Oyindamola David Ogundiran, Rockshield, Nigeria; Peret Dalong, Nigeria; Philemon T. Dagwa, Ministry of Health Jos Plateau State, Nigeria; Princess Ade Ogunleye, Country Women’s Association of Nigeria, Nigeria; Princess Ade Ogunleye, Country Women Association of Nigeria, Nigeria; Rashidat Tauheed Isah, Network of Women with Disability, Nigeria; Rex Uche, Nwankwo Akubuiro Leadership & Development Foundation, Nigeria; Sabina Dauda, EmpowerMe Network, Nigeria; Stella Essiet, Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria, Nigeria; Stella Olubunmi Francis, Glowing Splints Development Initiative, Nigeria; Tessy Egonu, Queentrepreneur Women’s Foundation, Nigeria; Theresa Ayeshung, University of Calabar, Nigeria; Victoria Bamiduro, Nigeria; Yemisi Salami, Highly Women With Disabilities, Nigeria; Yoila Samari Raymond, Tansana Health and Community Integrated Development Initiative, Nigeria; Zainab Atoba, International Federation of Women Lawyers, Nigeria; Martha Agada, Education As a Vaccine, Nigeria; Aminata, Sierra Leone; Edmond Bangalie Margai, Reachout Salone, Sierra Leone; Joseph Jibao Kallon, Global Youth in Action For Sustainable Development, Sierra Leone; Abdul Rahman Kays, West Africa Youth Network for Peace Education and Economic Development, Sierra Leone; Miatta Paula Thomas, Allies in Development, Sierra Leone; Mohamed Kanu, Agro Business Empowerment and Environmental Development for Farmers and Entrepreneurs, Sierra Leone; Mohamed Koroma, Aurora Foundation, Sierra Leone; Mohamed Koroma, Institute of Development and Humanitarian Affairs, Sierra Leone; Yeabu Tholley, Sierra Leone; Hamda, Somalia; Seynab Mohamud, Livelihood Relief and Development Organization, Somalia; Itumeleng Phage, Central University of Technology, South Africa; Basudha Modak, South Africa; Esraa Alnour, Our Hands Organization for Change, Sudan; Ambonisye Haule, Devotional and Dedicated Services Community Development Organization, Tanzania; Augustine Nyakatoma, Peace and Hope for Youth Development, Tanzania; John Kinabo, National Council of People Living with HIV, Tanzania; Sia Edward, Tanzania Community Health Information and Support, Tanzania; Veronica Lyimo, National Network of Women Living with HIV in Tanzania, Tanzania; Abraham Akilimali, Kinnapa Development Programme, Tanzania; Hilda Ngaja, Raising Up Friendship Foundation, Tanzania; Latifah Mlaki, Muungano Development Achievement in Tanzania, Tanzania; Nailejileji Tipap, Tanzania; Suzana, Kannapa Development Programme, Tanzania; Xavery Mwaila, Tanzania; Ainembabazi Moreen, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Uganda; Bwanika Douglas, Lwengo Rural Development Support Organization, Uganda; Godfrey Tumwebaze, Community Health and Education Support, Uganda; Joanita Kiwanuka Nakiwala, Voice Life Health Organization, Uganda; Juliet Akurut, Finnish Mission Uganda Limited, Uganda; Namukose Minisa Kirya, Mukono Municipality, Uganda; Rene Mwanje, Uganda Land Owners Association, Uganda; Winfred Mugambwa, Rights 4 Her Uganda Limited, Uganda; Yangi, Uganda Martyrs University, Uganda; Apio Faith, Makerere University, Uganda; Baale Samuel, Ageing Fit Uganda, Uganda; Catherine Akello, Youth Initiatives for Youth Action Foundation, Uganda; George Hashaka, Uganda Peace Foundation, Uganda; Joanita Kiwanuka Nakiwala, Voice Life Health Organization, Uganda; Lomonyang Margaret, Karamoja Women Cultural Group, Uganda; Oijukye Oswald, Mind Watch Foundation, Uganda; Zula Namubiru, Paradigm for Social Justice and Development, Uganda; Annie Sampa, Non-governmental Gender Organisations’ Coordinating Council, Zambia; Corretta Zulu, Ascend Youth Zambia, Zambia; Esnart Sikazindu, Community Based TB/HIV/AIDS Organization, Zambia; Brenda Mwiinga, Zambia; Domiya Chikwibu, Youth Women’s Christian Association, Zambia; Manuel Muke, Northwestern Youth Lead, Zambia; Angelina Sibanda, Lupane State University, Zimbabwe; Laurelle Mbaradza, Zimbabwe; Virginia Muwanigwa, Zimbabwe Gender Commission, Zimbabwe; Dunia Koomson, Zimbabwe; Martin Moyo, Eden Centre, Zimbabwe; Soneni Moyo, Lupane State University, Zimbabwe; Sukoluhle Phiri, Lupane State University, Zimbabwe; Thina Maphosa, YES Trust Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe;
Arab Region
Douaa Hussein, Egypt; Ghada Hammam, Egypt; Karma Hashad, King Fahd Model Language School, Egypt; Tatenda Dzvarai, Regional Advocacy for Women’s Sustainable Advancement, Egypt; Zeyad Ezzat, Salah Salem High School for Boys, Egypt; Aamer Nassar, University of Saint Joseph, Lebanon; Laura Sfeir, The Lebanese Council to Resist Violence Against Woman, Lebanon; Rita Chemaly, University of Saint Joseph, Lebanon; Tina Kazangi, University of Saint Joseph, Lebanon; Achjane Chakiche, The Lebanese Women Democratic Gathering, Lebanon; Batoul Yahfoufi, Creadel, Lebanon; Faten Hamze, University of Saint Joseph, Lebanon; Outeiba Merhebi, Spotlight Center for Law and Human Rights, Lebanon; Amina Amharech, Morocco; Mina Abdaoui, Acal/Azul, Morocco; Naima Erriyahi, Tamaynut, Morocco; Stephanie Willman Bordat, Morocco; Zainab, Palestine; Laila Nukiry, Saint Joseph University, Syria; Sandra Aldarrouj, Syria; Klara Dabbah, Damascus University, Syria; Sameh Salah, Tunisia; Basher Al-Domini, Food4Humanity, Yemen; Mawadah Alhammadi, Yemen; Mohammed Abdullah, Sustainable Development Foundation, Yemen; Samah Yahya, Yemen; Hindalhajj, Yemen Red Crescent, Yemen;
Asia
Aallam Zewari, Afghanistan; Aasenat Sherzai, Afghanistan; Bibi Aallam Zewari, Afghanistan; Breshna Hamidi, Kabul Medical of Science University, Afghanistan; Froozan Danish, Empowering Afghan Women, Afghanistan; Mursal Mones, Afghanistan; Muzhda Mones, Afghanistan; Nahid Hakimi, Afghanistan; Najila Bayat, Generation of Change, Afghanistan; Nelofar Rasoly, Afghanistan; Shahnaz Naderi, Afghan Girls Success Gate, Afghanistan; Susan Azizi, Afghanistan; Yalda Naiemy, Save the Children International, Afghanistan; Zulikha Akrami, Afghanistan; Arpona Rani Munda, Barokupot Ganochetona Foundation, Bangladesh; Dr. Fauzia Moslem, Bangladesh Mahila Parishad, Bangladesh; Gabriel Tripura, KOTHOWAIN, Bangladesh; Lipi Rahman, Bangladesh; M. Masum Bellal, BRAC, Bangladesh; M. Sanwar Hossain, Ashar Alo Society, Bangladesh; Sharifa Begum Hossain, Forum for the Rights of Elderly, Bangladesh; Tasaffy Hossain, Bonhishikha, Bangladesh; Dr. Moazzem Hossain, Institute of Allergy and Clinical Immunology of Bangladesh, Bangladesh; Ferdous Begum, Bangladesh; Jyotsana Rani Baidya, Barokupot Ganochetona Foundation, Bangladesh; M. Ilias Miah, Centre for Environment, Human Rights & Development Forum, Bangladesh; Muktasree Chakma, Bangladesh; Protima Rani Munda, Barokupot Ganochetona Foundation, Bangladesh; Shibu Prosad Baidya, Barokupot Ganochetona Foundation, Bangladesh; Chan Phosda Prak, Gender and Development for Cambodia, Cambodia; Anima Sharma, Ashwasti, India; Anisha Kujur, Ranchi Agriculture College, India; Anshu Jha, Self Employed Women’s Association, India; Anu Dhull, India; Anushka Sneha Minz, Indira Gandhi National Open University, India; Anushka Sneha Minz, India; Augustina Soreng, National Council Of Women Leaders, India; Avni Nagaria, India; Bhavna Verma, Department of Social Work Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, India; Dr Anima Sharma, India; Dr K .G. Vijayalekshmy, Women Empowerment and Human Resource Development Centre of India, India; Dr. Anima Sharma, Ashwasti, India; Dr. Shalu Nigam, India; Heeramani Deogam, Mahilaon ki Garima Awam Kanuni Surascha Kendra Chaibasa, India; Hema Das, The EAST, India; Jaiwant Murmu, India; Joba Murmu, India; Khalid Ansari, Jamia Hamdard, India; Monika Marandi, Sakhua, India; Neetisha Khalkho, Bahujan Sahitya Sangh, India; Neety Tirkey, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University, India; Nishit Kumar, Centre for Social and Behaviour Change Communication, India; Prabha Yadav, Dr. Ambedkar Sheti Vikas Va Sanshodhan Sanstha, India; Pyali Chatterjee, The Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India, India; Rajesh Prasad, Sido Kanhu Murmu University, India; Ritu Kujur, Climate Change Foundation Trust, India; Rupam Kumari, Government Polytechnic College, Gaya, India; Sandhya Devi, India; Simran Sinku, Dr. Shayama Prasad Mukherjee University, India; Sunita Rodge, National Council of Women Leaders, India; Sunita Rodge, National Council of Women Leaders, India; Suvaiba Fatima Ahmed, India; Swati Shikha, India; Tuikhang Chuongsin Koireng, All Tribal Disables Union Maniput, India; Alvin Baxla, Vinobha Bhave University, India; Elina Horo, Adivasi Women’s Network, India; Hema Kumari, Climate Change Foundation Trust, India; Jyotsna Tirkey, National Council of Women Leaders, India; Malati Majhi, India; Mange Ram Adhana, Association For Promotion Sustainable Development, India; Manjula Bara, India; Rajkumar Oraon, India; Ramesh Pandya, International Human Rights Commissions, India; Ranju Kumari, Vev Foundation, India; Ruchi Srivastava, India; Yuman Hussain, India; Zulaikha Jabeen, India; Anwar Arifin, University of Indonesia, Indonesia; Kinanti Munggareni, University of Indonesia, Indonesia; Zulfia Kochorbaeva, PA Social Technologies Agency, Kyrgyzstan; Gwokyalya Immaculate, Concentrix, Malaysia; Sukhgerel, Oyu Tolgoi Watch, Mongolia; Bhawana Majhi, National Indigenous Disabled Women Association, Nepal; Gita Chaudhary, Maryada Foundation, Nepal; Kamala Poudel, Koshish, Nepal; Krishna Gahatraj, Nepal; Laxmi Chaudhary, Youth Advocacy Nepal, Nepal; Muna Shrestha, Nidwan, Nepal; Nisha Lawati, Nidwan, Nepal Seema Shah, Nepal; Sharana KC, Nepal; Shiwangi Rana, Women for Human Rights, Nepal; Srishti Jayana; Nepal; Dipika Lama, National Indigenous Disabled Women Association Nepal, Nepal; Jaya Durga Budhathoki, Good Governance Protection Forum, Nepal; Pratima Gurung, National Indigenous Disabled Women Association Nepal, Nepal; Punam Bhujel, National Indigenous Disabled Women Association Nepal, Nepal; Sushmita Lama, Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact, Nepal; Balqiaz Khan, Rural Infrastructure and Human Resource Development Organization, Pakistan; Dr. Sadia Javaid, Ryk Medical College, Pakistan; Gulnaz Mashori, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Mashori, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Mohammad Hassan Mashori, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Muhammad Bux, Sukaar Welfare Organization, Pakistan; Rabia Khan, Strengthening Participatory Organization, Pakistan; Shad Begum, Women Voices Pakistan, Pakistan; Simi Kamal, Hisaar Foundation, Pakistan; Tariq Bashir, Freelance Filmmaker, Pakistan; Zeeshan Ayyaz, The Middle East and North Africa Network of/for People who Use Drugs, Pakistan; Arif Hassan, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Asif Ali, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Asifa Naz, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Gulnaz Mashori, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Masooma Zahra, NGOs Computer Literacy Shelter Welfare, Pakistan; Mohammad Hassan Mashori, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Rabia Babar, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan; Raza Hassan Mashori Balouch, Fundamental Human Rights & Rural Development Association, Pakistan; Wajahat Ali, Pakistan; Zainab Ali Khan, Every Woman Treaty, Pakistan; Erika Shania Valencia, Project Habi Pilipinas, Philippines; Marla Frange, University of the Philippines, Philippines; Sophia Mikaela Castaño-Montaña, Where There Is Hope, Philippines; Saza Faradilla, Singapore; N. Udhyani, Women Society, Sri Lanka; Rajany, Vallamai, Sri Lanka; Alzira Pereira, Timor-Leste;
Europe
Selin Gurlemez, YEU International, Belgium; Signe Leth, International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs, Denmark; Leslie Cloud, Université Pau-Pays de l’Adour, France; Vanessa Mavila, Fondation Eboko, France; Storai Mirzada, Islamic Relief Worldwide, Germany; Anisha Mundhra, Gymnasium Othmarschen, Germany; Shahd Almukhtar, International Land Coalition, Germany; Elsa Stamatopoulou, Columbia University, Greece; Aisling Meaney, Global Campus of Human Rights, Ireland; Claudia Segre, Global Thinking Foundation, Italy; Gabriele M Quinti, Knowledge and Innovation, Italy; Umayma Elamin Amer Elamin, Migrant Women Association, Malta; Catherine Ferrin, Northern Ireland; Jenny Fondren, Columbia University and Pace University, Norway; Sabur Shah Dawod Zai, European Academy of Diplomacy, Poland; Lucica Humenuc, Romanian Independent Society of Human Rights, Romania; Simona Voicescu Necuvinte Association, Romania; Alba Nor Benissa, University of San Jorge, Spain;
Francisco Javier Zamora Cabot, Universitat Jaume I, Spain; Anne-Charlotte Lagrandcourt, Indigenous People’s Center for Documentation, Research and Information, Switzerland; Melissa N Chambela, United Kingdom;
Latin America and the Caribbean
Mais Amiya, Argentina; Joyce Muzi, Núcleo de Estudos Interdisciplinares de Gênero, Diversidade e Inclusão, Brazil; Lucilene Morandi, Gender and Economics Research Center, Brazil; Marcela Bessa, Brazil; Maria de Lourdes Beldi de Alcantara, Brazil; Maria Nader, Universidade Federa do Espírito Santo, Brazil; Patricia Chaves, Espaço Feminista, Brazil; Cecilia Ananías, ONG Amaranta, Chile; Maria Ortiz, Colombia; Gabriela Gómez, Trenzando Feminismos, Ecuador; Clara Merino, Movimiento Mujeres Luna Creciente, Ecuador; Claudia Sánchez, Anku, Ecuador; Ixchel Lucas, Las Niñas Lideran, Guatemala; Maritza Velasquez, Asociación de Trabajadoras del Hogar, Guatemala; David Antonio Benitez Vasquez, The National Coordination of Native and Afro-Honduran Peoples, Honduras; Jenifer Mejía, The Organización Fraternal Negra Hondureña, Honduras; María Felicita López, The National Coordination of Native and Afro-Honduran Peoples, Honduras; Airen Wood Kramer, Mijeres defensoras de sus derechos Honduras; Medalith Rivera Maquera, Unión de Jóvenes Indígenas Aymaras, Peru; Catherine Sealys, Raise Your Voice Saint Lucia Inc., Saint Lucia; Donn Marius-Pierre, St Lucia; Latoya Johnson, Business Institute Empowerment, The Bahamas; Gia Gaspard-Taylor, Network of Rural Women Producers Trinidad and Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago;
North America
Amanda Luhr, Envision Counselling & Support Center, Canada; Andrea Heinz, Canada; Bilkies McKen, Canadian Federation of University Women, Canada; Carol Harris, Canada; Christy Fenton, Fatty Legs, Canada; Crystal Giesbrecht, Provincial Association of Transition Houses and Services of Saskatchewan, Canada; Daniela Chivu, National Council of Women of Canada (NCWC), Canada; Doreen Nicoll, Canada; Edna Franks, Envision Counselling and Support Centre, Canada; Erin Haaland, Envision Counselling and Support Centre, Canada; Fay Blaney, Aboriginal Women’s Action Network, Canada; Ina, Canada; Janine Baumann, Family Service Saskatoon, Inc., Canada; Jess Hoover, Provincial Association of Transition Houses and Services of Saskatchewan, Canada; Jo-Anne Dusel, Provincial Association of Transition Houses and Services of Saskatchewan, Canada; Jody Hanson, Canada; Jody Max, Canada; Kabahenda Kiggundu, Canada; Kelly Franklin, Courage for Freedom, Canada; Linda MacDonald, Persons Against Non-State Torture, Canada; Louise Harpin, Centre to Empower All Survivors of Exploitation and Trafficking, Canada; Marianne Wilkinson, The National Council of Women of Canada, Canada; Meghan McDermott, British Columbia Civil Liberties Association, Canada; Melanie Cyr, Young Men’s Christian Association, Canada; Melissa Moses, Union of BC Indian Chiefs, Canada; Oluwabunmi Akanbi, Young Men’s Christian Association, Canada; Princess Augusta Aguinede, Compassion for Women and Youth Initiative, Canada; Samira Rajabi, Simon Fraser University, Canada; Simone Boutin, University of Regina, Canada; Stephanie Taylor, Regina Transition House, Canada; Tamarack Verrall, World Pulse, Canada; Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, Canada; Victor Amisi Sulubika, Vision GRAM-International, Canada; Isabel Flota, Fimi, Mexico; Alice Kitchen, University of Missouri-Kansas City, United States of America; Amanda Mantino, United States of America; Angela Ahmed, United States of America; Ann Shannon, United States of America; Anne-Marie Tupuola-Plunkett, United States of America; Anne-Marie Tupuola-Plunkett, United States of America; Annita Lucchesi, Sovereign Bodies Institute, United States of America; Astrid Souto, Santa Clara University Law, United States of America; Bonita Dillard, United States of America; Charlene Donovan, United States of America; Daniella Angulo, United States of America; Dawa Sherpa, United States of America; Eva Koelzer, United States of America; Francisco Rivera, Santa Clara Law – International Human Rights Clinic, United States of America; Gabriela Hofmeyer, United States of America; Genel Ronquillo, United States of America; Ghazaleh Ebnenasir, University of North Texas, United States of America; Hala Ghoson, United States of America; Indumathi Balasubramanian, United States of America; Irene Fredericks, United States of America; Janet Scott, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Jill Langhus, Liluye, United States of America; Julie Heifetz, Heifetz Consulting, United States of America; Kaprece James, Stella’s Girls Inc, United States of America; Karen B. Francis, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Katie Harrison, WRTHY, United States of America; Kay Meyer, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Kevin Speer, Syracuse City School District, United States of America; Kim Rivers, Empowerment Self Defense Global, United States of America; Lisa Hoffman, United States of America; Lisa Robinson, United States of America; Lois Domsch, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Lori Sudderth, Quinnipiac University, United States of America; Madison Turunen, United States of America; Malali Popalzai, Seattle University, United States of America; Manisha, Stony Brook University, United States of America; Marilyn Demeter, United States of America; Mary Buchanan, United States of America; Michelle Hamilton, United States of America; Michelle Trudel, WellPower Coaching, United States of America; Nancy Hutchins, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Nancy Price, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Oumie Sissokho, The Girls’ Agenda, United States of America; Ramatu Ahmed, African Life Center, United States of America; Sara Winkowski, United States of America; Shahdukht Tapesh, United States of America; Stefanie Hatfield, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Sue Shineman, American Association of University Women, United States of America; Teddy Igori, Trippinz Care Inc., United States of America; Xan Joi, United States of America; XiNomara Velazquez Yehuda, United States of America;
Oceania
Antonella Spatola, Wisdom For Women, Australia; Cecilia W. Yu, Sustainable Yu Social Enterprise, Australia; Phaedra Engel-Harrison, Australians for Native Title and Reconciliation, Australia; Professor Susan Harris Rimmer, Griffith University, Australia; Wendy Anders, National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Women’s Alliance, Australia.
