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SUMMARY:Training of Women and Youth Leaders at Local Level for Inclusive Democratic Participation
DESCRIPTION:Building political literacy and leadership skills among women and youth across Kenya’s 27 counties \nThe Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights Association (KEPHRA)\, under the WYDE Political Parties Project\, is launching a nationwide training initiative designed to strengthen democratic participation among women and youth leaders at the grassroots level. \nOver the next three months\, county-level trainings will be conducted across 27 counties\, engaging 540 participants—20 women and youth leaders per county. These sessions will be facilitated by county-level Trainers of Trainers (ToTs) who co-developed a standardized political training manual during earlier stages of the WYDE Political Parties Project. \nThe program aims to equip participants with the political literacy\, leadership skills\, and confidence necessary to engage meaningfully in governance and decision-making processes\, while preparing them to contest in the upcoming 2027 General Elections. \nTraining modules will cover key themes such as political party functions\, equality and social justice\, the rule of law\, economic development\, and youth and women’s employment. Through these sessions\, participants will build networks\, exchange experiences\, and strengthen their capacity to influence local governance and policy. \nBy establishing a vibrant\, informed grassroots network of women and youth leaders across Kenya\, this initiative reinforces the broader WYDE Political Parties goal: creating more inclusive\, representative\, and participatory democratic systems. \n📍 Coverage: 27 counties across Kenya📅 Timeline: Starting 1st November 2025 Three months (one training per month per county)👥 Organized by: Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights Association (KEPHRA)\, within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties Project\, funded by the European Union and coordinated by ENoP.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/training-of-women-and-youth-leaders-at-local-level-for-inclusive-democratic-participation/
LOCATION:Kenya\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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SUMMARY:Towards Inclusive and Accountable Party Systems: Regional Workshop on Political Party Regulation in Africa
DESCRIPTION:ORPPs from Kenya\, Malawi and Sierra Leone meet in Freetown to validate findings and advance a shared roadmap for regional collaboration\nRepresentatives from the Offices of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPPs) of Kenya\, Malawi and Sierra Leone gathered in Freetown on 1–2 December 2025 for a regional workshop dedicated to strengthening political party regulation and advancing gender and youth inclusion across party systems. \nThe event — hosted by the Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) of Sierra Leone and co-organised by the Christian Democratic International Centre (KIC) and the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) under the WYDE Political Parties Project — marked a key milestone in the implementation of a comparative study commissioned by KIC on behalf of the project. \n\nA milestone in validating country findings and building regional alignment\nThe workshop provided the first in-person platform for ORPP representatives\, researchers and partners to validate the preliminary findings of the comparative study examining legal frameworks\, institutional mandates and regulatory practices in the three participating countries. A central focus throughout the study has been the mechanisms — and gaps — related to gender and youth inclusion in political parties. \nDiscussions enabled participants to: \n\nreview and affirm country-specific findings from Malawi\, Kenya and Sierra Leone\nengage in in-depth dialogue on shared challenges and best practices\nrefine the comparative analysis synthesising data from all three contexts\nidentify priorities for strengthening regulation\, transparency and inclusion\n\nThese exchanges underscored the crucial role played by political party regulatory bodies in creating enabling environments for more representative and accountable party systems. \n\nCharting a path toward AAPPRA\nA central outcome of the workshop was the collective reflection on the proposed roadmap toward establishing the Africa Association of Political Party Regulatory Authorities (AAPPRA) — a long-term vision aimed at deepening cooperation\, harmonising standards and promoting peer learning among national regulators across the continent. \nORPP representatives emphasised how a regional platform could: \n\nfacilitate continuous dialogue on regulatory reforms\nstrengthen institutional capacities\nadvance gender and youth inclusion standards\nsupport more transparent\, credible and accountable party systems\n\nThe workshop concluded with an agreement on next steps\, including a future hybrid meeting to consolidate recommendations and operationalise the framework for AAPPRA. \n\nStrengthening collaboration for inclusive democratic systems\nBy bringing together institutions responsible for political party oversight\, the workshop reinforced the broader objectives of the WYDE Political Parties Project: to promote inclusive\, transparent and accountable political party systems that reflect the voices of women and young people. \nPartner organisations expressed their appreciation to PPRC Sierra Leone for hosting the meeting and to all participants for their commitment to advancing regulatory cooperation and democratic resilience in Africa.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/towards-inclusive-and-accountable-party-systems-regional-workshop-on-political-party-regulation-in-africa/
LOCATION:Sierra Leone\, Sierra Leone
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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SUMMARY:Training Workshop in Dakar: Women and Leadership – Breaking Down the Glass Ceiling
DESCRIPTION:Dakar\, Senegal — 2–4 December 2025\nFrom 2 to 4 December 2025\, Dakar will host a three-day regional training workshop titled “Women and Leadership: Breaking Down the Glass Ceiling”\, organised by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) in partnership with the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) under the WYDE Political Parties Project\, funded by the European Union. \nThe workshop will gather young women leaders from political parties\, civil society\, local and national institutions\, the media\, and the entrepreneurial sector\, offering a dedicated space to strengthen leadership skills\, foster political participation\, and build a sustainable network of emerging female leaders. \nWomen’s Leadership in Senegal: Progress and Persistent Barriers\nSenegal is often recognised as a reference point in West Africa for its strong legal and institutional commitments to women’s rights. With the 2001 Constitution enshrining gender equality and the notable 2010 Parity Law\, the country has made substantial advances. \nHowever\, despite these achievements\, women’s political and civic participation continues to fall short of expectations. Many still face social norms\, institutional barriers\, and the enduring challenges of the “glass ceiling.” While the legal framework is robust\, awareness of these rights remains low\, and structural constraints continue to limit women’s access to leadership roles. \nPromoting women’s leadership is therefore essential for inclusive governance\, democratic resilience\, and for advancing key Sustainable Development Goals\, including SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). \nA Space for Empowerment\, Dialogue\, and Practical Skills\nOver the three days\, the Dakar workshop will provide participants with practical tools and strategic insights to strengthen their leadership and civic engagement. The programme will feature: \n\nExpert-led thematic presentations\nInteractive group work and peer exchanges\nExperience-sharing sessions and case studies\nPractical exercises on leadership and political participation\n\nActivities will encourage reflection on the mechanisms of the glass ceiling and identify concrete levers for both individual and collective empowerment. \nBeyond capacity-building\, the training aims to foster a dynamic network of young women leaders capable of advocating for inclusive\, equitable\, and democratic governance across Senegal. \nParticipants and Target Groups\nThe workshop will bring together: \n\nYoung women leaders from political parties\nYoung elected officials (local and national)\nWomen leaders from civil society organisations\nYoung women entrepreneurs\nJournalists and media practitioners\n\nThis cross-sector approach ensures diverse perspectives and strengthens the ecosystem of women’s leadership in Senegal. \nVisibility and Engagement\nThroughout the event\, visibility will be ensured through EU\, WYDE\, ENoP and FNF branding\, professional photography\, and short video interviews capturing participant perspectives on leadership and participation. \nFollowing the workshop\, a wrap-up article\, testimonials\, and visual highlights will be shared across WYDE and partner communication platforms. \nSupporting Inclusive Leadership Across Senegal\nThis workshop represents a meaningful contribution to advancing women’s political and civic leadership in Senegal. By investing in skills\, dialogue\, and networks\, the initiative supports a new generation of women leaders committed to shaping a more inclusive\, equitable\, and democratic future.
URL:https://www.enop.eu/event/training-workshop-in-dakar-women-and-leadership-breaking-down-the-glass-ceiling/
LOCATION:Dakar\, Dakar
CATEGORIES:WYDE
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