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Moody, Robyne Kim
Cities & health, 03/04/2022, 2022-03-04, Volume: 6, Issue: 2Journal Article
In Africa, Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) have been recognized by the United Nations and other human rights organizations for their fight against female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) of women and girls as young as 5 years old, and child marriages of young and adolescent girls across the continent. This paper acknowledges the instrumental role played by Women Human Rights Defenders in placing gender equality and the human rights of women and girls on the policy agenda of governments on the continent. It further emphasizes to emphasize the need for governments and government leaders to prioritize the support and protection of women, girls, and vulnerable groups across the continent.
