Innovations Transforming SRHR across Africa through Technology
The Hanga SRH Ventures Showcase celebrated innovative contributions to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) in Rwanda and beyond, beginning with an inspiring Innovation Tour. Participants visited BWIZA Health Post, acommunity-centered facility leveraging digital technology to enhance healthcare delivery, and Zipline, a global leader in drone-based logistics. Since launching in Rwanda in 2016, Zipline has transformed […]
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global initiative that takes place annually from November 25th (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to December 10th (HumanRights Day). This campaign, observed in over 180 countries, serves as a powerful advocacy platform to address the root causes of gender-based violence (GBV) […]
Promoting Positive Masculinity and Gender Equality
On November 6-7, 2024, MDFC engaged in the intergenerational Dialogue on Positive Masculinity,organized by HDI, RWAMREC, and AfriYAN under the Generation Gender program. The workshop aimed to challenge harmful masculine norms and promote gender equality through discussions on cultural perceptions of masculinity, mental health, and societal expectations. Key takeaways included the impact of rigid masculine […]
Celebrating 21 years of The Maputo Protocol Anniversary.
27th September, MDFC Rwanda, with SRHR-Rwanda coalition members and government partners, celebrated the 21st anniversary of the Maputo Protocol, The Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa and the most significant progress made in advancing the rights of women and girls across Africa. Under the […]
Youth Led Organizations Increasing DomesticFunding for Family Planning
On 15th November 2024, AfriYAN Rwanda, through the FP2030 Partnership Fund, launched a series of workshops aimed at equipping young people, including those with disabilities, with knowledge and tools to influence national budget processes. The workshops emphasized the importance of reflecting the real needs of adolescents and youth in budget allocation, particularly regarding commitments to […]
YouthKonnect Summit 24- Hanga SRH
The YouthKonnect Summit 24, held in Kigali from November 10 to 11, 2024, brought together youth leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders to explore youth empowerment and development in Africa. Representing AASAP Finder, Richard and I attended as youth delegates and exhibited under the Hanga SRHR section. The summit was structured over two days, with distinct […]
Ease Africa AmplifyChange convention Meeting
The AmplifyChange Convention, held over two inspiring days in Kigali from 6-7th November 2024, brought together dedicated partners from Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This gathering provided a vibrant space for learning, sharing, and strategizing among organizations committed to advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. The event provided a unique platform […]
Youth Champions Advancing theICPD30 agenda in Rwanda
On September 25-26, 2024, Medical Doctors for Choice (MDFC) participated in a pivotal two-day consultative workshop in Musanze, hosted by AfriYAN_Rwanda in partnership with UNFPA Rwanda. The event, themed “Raising Youth Voices: Unpacking the Outcomes from the ICPD30 Global Youth Dialogue,” aimed to disseminate key recommendations from the ICPD30 Global Youth Dialogue held in Cotonou, Benin, earlier […]
National Celebration World Contraception Day 2024
Before the official celebration day, 21st September, MDFC Rwanda, in partnership with IMRO Rwanda and HDI Rwanda, hosted a radio talk on Isango Star, on the importance of informed choice in contraceptive use, challenges surrounding the provision and accessibility of contraceptive services in Rwanda, and the critical role of civil society organizations in raising awareness […]
Enhancing Medical Doctors’knowledge on Safe Abortion
On September 21, 2024, MDFC held a capacity-building workshop to enhance medical doctors’ knowledge on providing safe and legal abortion services in Rwanda and deepen their understanding of the legal framework, ethical considerations, and practical tools needed for high-quality reproductive healthcare. A key feature of the workshop was the Value Clarification and Attitude Transformation (VCAT) […]