African Women in Media (AWiM)
@RealAWiM
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Empowering African women in media to tell impactful, inclusive stories by changing narratives through research, advocacy, and partnerships.
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Joined November 2017
2025 has truly been an impactful year for us. To everyone who joined us in training journalists on gender and safe media, those who engaged in critical conversations around Al and its potential harms, and every single member of our community who encouraged, supported, and
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“Stories are strategy.” We sat down with Scheherazade Safla Educator, Journalist, Researcher, Podcaster, at AWiM25 to talk gender, media power, and safety. By Lolade Alaka, Co-Managing Editor & Editorial Lead, @RealAWiM • Read the feature here:
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With experience at Al Jazeera, Euronews, ETV and eNCA, Assistant Professor Scheherazade Safla-Gaffoor (Northwestern University, Qatar) believes stories are strategy. We spoke with her at the confer...
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“I’m a noisemaker for the girls.” Meeting Lindiwe Ngwenya, International Development Professional & Gender Specialist with @UN_Women and the @_AfricanUnion Commission in this powerful AWiM25 feature. Read the feature here: https://t.co/9DKDzsN26x
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Speakers highlighted that gender equality should be prioritized not only in the media but across all sectors, with robust policies and regulations in place to empower women and promote safe, inclusive environments. #WomenInMedia #GenderEquality #MediaForChange #AWiM2025
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As a young aspiring journalist, I am honored and grateful to #FOJOMediaInstitute for inviting me to participate in the #AWiM2025 Conference at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, under the theme “Beyond Commitments:Advancing Policies for Gender-Safe Media."
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73% of women journalists face online attacks. In Addis, AWiM25 & UNESCO launched the new World Trends Report, uniting 200+ experts to push for stronger Gender-Safe Media Policies in Africa. Time to move Beyond Commitments. Read the full findings here: https://t.co/D6FFxhvAKG
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📣 We are happy to announce that we have joined @MediaGFMD ’s growing community of #journalism support and #MediaDev organisations, along with four other new members! - https://t.co/7uEgcZs1GV ➡️ Learn more about GFMD’s network here: https://t.co/JuMseYr0Fy
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At the 9th African Women in Media Conference, held at the African Union Commission Headquarters in Addis Ababa, delegates didn’t just speak about change, they wrote it into action. Participants shared their personal reflections by writing what gender-safe media means to them,
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AWiM has evolved from a small online network into a major continental platform influencing media policy, elevating women’s voices, and promoting gender-safe journalism across Africa. Here’s what you need to know about AWiM.@RealAWiM
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The African Women in Media (AWiM) organization, now hosting its ninth annual conference at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, has emerged as one of Africa’s most compelling...
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Day 2 of the African Women in Media Conference @RealAWiM @_AfricanUnion and I got reflect back to the audience as the rapporteur of the Digital Safety and Ethics Community of Practice✨ What a beautiful two days of learning and unlearning. Of networking. Co-creating. Laughter.
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Last week, policymakers, media practitioners, researchers, students, and CSOs converged on Addis Ababa for the 9th @RealAWiM Conference (2025), themed: Beyond Commitments: Advancing Policies for Gender-Safe Media. @_AfricanUnion
@DrYemisi The 2 day convening featured high level
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At the 9th African Women in Media Conference, held at the African Union Commission Headquarters in Addis Ababa, delegates didn’t just speak about change, they wrote it into action. Participants shared their personal reflections by writing what gender-safe media means to them,
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Last week, policymakers, media practitioners, researchers, students, and CSOs converged on Addis Ababa for the 9th @RealAWiM Conference (2025), themed: Beyond Commitments: Advancing Policies for Gender-Safe Media. @_AfricanUnion
@DrYemisi The 2 day convening featured high level
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A heartfelt thank you to all our incredible partners. Your dedication and collaboration have allowed us to rise beyond commitment and take meaningful action toward ensuring gender-safe media. Together, we are not just talking about change, we are making it happen. We truly
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After completing the sessions, developing roadmaps, and setting clear actions for the change we envision, it was time to connect, unwind, and celebrate. A big appreciation to our delegates for bringing full energy and vibrant spirit to the Geleverse Gala Night. It was truly an
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Delegates who attended AWiM25 are already looking forward to next year, especially after witnessing the momentum and meaningful change this year delivered. #AWiM25 #GenderSafeMedia
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Here Janet Mtali, the national director of TWR #Malawi, a Christian radio network, speaks about the ongoing relevance of radio -- and how important it is for inclusion and access to information, especially for women -- in this age of AI and tech advancement.
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#AI is dramatically amplifying online abuse. @SineadBovell breaks down why treating this as “just online” is no longer an option. #ForAllWomenAndGirls, it’s time to design technology that protects. 🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/ahvKFfZ5Wu
#16Days #NoExcuse
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