As we close out #WD2023 and prepare to travel home, here’s a look at some of what our delegation has been up to in Kigali this week THREAD 🧵 ⬇️

As #16DaysofActivism Against Gender-Based Violence draws to a close today with the commemoration of #HumanRightsDay, @NDI/@NDIWomen reaffirm our commitment to empowering communities around the world to prevent violence against women in politics.

When hate speech trends online, it spreads far and fast. Exposure to online violence has a chilling effect on women’s digital presence, causing them to be less vocal online. The @NDI resource below examines this trend. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/qhvcdE2mRr

Today @NDI is launching a reporting template to help fill the crucial gap in global reporting on violence against women in politics. Learn more about how CSOs can submit shadow reports on VAW-P to the UN CEDAW Committee: https://t.co/sB4zIhY1gF #16DaysofActivism #NotTheCost

Recuerda que #NoHayExcusa para no generar acciones que contribuyan a la eliminación de la violencia contra las mujeres en política. Te dejamos algunas con las que puedes aportar desde tu sector. #NoEsElCosto #16DíasDeActivismo

Read @NDI/@NDIWomen & @IWMF’s guide to help women in politics and women in the media use the media safely and effectively– a key element of inclusive democracy: https://t.co/JaIbXJBOB8 #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism

In a new Win With Women Report, Mexico’s path to political parity is explored through the growing prioritization for including women. This report dives into Mexico’s progress with gender quotas and their “Parity in All” bill. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/CsSUZBXWIg

Investing in young women’s political future is essential for sustainable democracies. Empowering girls means giving them the tools for engaging safely and effectively. With @NDI’s DISRUPTHER program, we embody this commitment. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/jPGkfYNpBU

CSOs and media also play a role in protecting women online, as they are a “mouthpiece for the communities they serve.” @NDI highlights how their support shapes protocols implemented by govts & companies seeking change. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/9M2bbrLx5h

The @wef's annual Global Gender Gap Index reports on the current state of gender parity. In 2024, they shared that at the current rate of progress, it will take another 169 years to reach political parity, a 7-year increase from the 2023 evaluation. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism

“I faced a lot of sexism and misogyny from all levels”. Women in Kosovo shared and reflected on how they were targets of discrimination and violence because of their gender and political activity. Watch below: #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/6BZa2AMyf1

How can governments, civil society and the media play a role in combating online #ViolenceAgainstWomen in politics? @NDI/@NDIWomen’s Interventions report explains: https://t.co/A8MowIic9w #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism

State accountability and policy prioritization are essential in fighting OVAW-P. In our report on Interventions to End OVAW-P, we dive into specific ways governments can be better advocates for politically active women. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/9M2bbrKZfJ

Gendered disinformation is pervasive and must be addressed on the individual, institutional, and socio-cultural levels. This how-to guide shares @NDI’s guidance on addressing online misogyny on all levels. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/FuJuJohfrA

Ensuring women's equal, active, and safe participation in politics is essential to representative democracy. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism

With 73% of women having either personally experienced or witnessed online violence, it’s clear this prevalence is highly gendered and influential. This @CEPPS video shows how gendered intimidation hinders overall democracy. #NotTheCost #16DaysofActivism https://t.co/LJQ6mo1YPe

Empowering girls’ political participation by helping them engaging safely & effectively is a key investment in women’s political future. Here’s how @NDI/@NDIWomen’s DISRUPTHER program does just that: https://t.co/8sDJMunnv9 #NotTheCost #16Days

Si estamos comprometidos con la democracia, lo estamos con las mujeres y el fortalecimiento de su participación y representación en los espacios de toma de decisiones. #NoHayExcusa para no actuar frente a la violencia que limita estos objetivos. #16DíasDeActivismo #NoEsElCosto

🟠 The #WallOfShame, a project of the Kosovo Assembly Women’s Caucus, is a powerful reminder of the prevalence of violence against women in politics in Kosovo. #NDIKosovo #USAIDKosovo #SwissEmbassyPristina #NotTheCost #16Days #EndGBV @NDI @NDIWomen https://t.co/rKcN1sZ3tF?

Violence is #NotTheCost of being a politically active woman. This #16Days and beyond, @NDI/@NDIWomen are committed to stopping the ‘domino effect’ of #ViolenceAgainstWomen in politics. Learn more: https://t.co/VFzh7jjrfF