Bridgette Kyalimpa, director of the African Feminist Research Initiative for Advocacy and Development shares the impactful work AFRAD is doing to drive gender equality and social justice across the continent, with a focus on online activism and digital security. She discusses the challenges faced, including shrinking #civic spaces and limited funding, and calls for stronger digital protections and inclusive policies. Bridget also highlights the importance of #education, #technological adoption, and engaging marginalized communities in achieving Uganda's goal of a middle-class economy by 2040.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:29 Founding and Mission of AFRAD
02:47 Challenges in Online Activism
03:56 Addressing Digital Threats and Gender-Based Violence
08:15 Support and Collaboration for Feminist Advocacy
11:19 Policy Recommendations and Future Vision
15:30 Call to Action and Personal Stories
18:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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