On April 10, 2025, the “DIGIT@LLY TOGETHER FOR GENDER EQUALITY” local conference convened youth and experts from multiple countries to address the urgent issue of online gender-based violence and promote gender equality. Moderated by Abdul-Wahab and enriched by contributions from GEM-GHANA, the event marked a significant milestone in the youth-led project under the DIGE initiative.
Key Discussions:
The conference featured insightful discussions focused on:
- The prevalence and impact of online harassment, including forms such as cyberstalking, sextortion, and unwanted contact.
- Digital safety strategies tailored to empower women to take proactive steps in protecting themselves online.
- The importance of understanding and exercising gender equality rights for individual empowerment and collective progress.
Expert Contributions:
Madam Addy Kehinde Hussanat, a representative from GEM-GHANA, and Madam Raha Zakaria, a certified DIGE Trainer, delivered presentations highlighting:
- Legal frameworks including the National Domestic Violence Act and the Cybersecurity Act of Ghana.
- The role of digital marketing training in advancing women’s empowerment and economic participation.
Next Steps and Calls to Action:
Participants were inspired to:
- Leverage social media as a tool to challenge online harassment and promote gender equality.
- Educate their communities on digital safety and the importance of knowing one’s rights.
- Take active roles in advocating for a safer and more inclusive digital space.
Looking Ahead:
SEDARVP Ghana announced plans for follow-up in-person engagements and the expansion of international collaborations aimed at deepening impact.
A Step Toward Equality:
The conference concluded with heartfelt reflections on the impact of online harassment across genders and cultures. Abdul-Wahab and fellow stakeholders expressed appreciation for the diverse perspectives shared and the collective commitment to creating inclusive digital spaces.
Stay connected with SEDARVP Ghana, GEM Ghana, and the DIGE project via social media for updates on upcoming activities. Together, we can amplify youth voices and drive real change toward digital and gender equality.
Project 101084010 — DiGE — ERASMUS-EDU-2021-VIRT-EXCH – “Digitally Together for Gender Equality” is co-funded by the European Union under EACEA, Erasmus +.
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