International Action Network for Gender Equity & Law (IANGEL)

??? Join us for an unforgettable evening of healing, hope, and harmony as If a Tree Falls takes the stage live! ??? ?? Date: Tuesday, November 19 ? Time: 7:30 PM ?? Location: The Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St, Berkeley ??? Tickets: $25 at the door, or grab yours online here: https://lnkd.in/gGVy7inC Experience the power of music while supporting a vital cause: all proceeds go to IANGEL, advancing gender equity around the world. ???? Tag a friend you’d love to bring! ?? #MusicForChange #GenderEquity #IfATreeFallsLive #IANGEL

?? Don’t Miss Our Latest Newsletter! ?? Discover how we’re fighting for #WomensRights worldwide—supporting education for Afghan women, empowering teens on #ReproductiveRights, and celebrating global leaders in #GenderEquality. Get inspired. Get involved. Read the full story now. ??#IANGEL https://lnkd.in/gFEVTa2E

Urgent Alert: Afghan women are being silenced under a draconian new morality law that erases their voices and visibility in public life. This alarming development is not just a setback; it's a stark escalation in the Taliban's ongoing campaign of oppression. In a powerful article from JURIST, an anonymous Afghan legal scholar calls on the international community to act decisively against these egregious human rights violations. As global pressure mounts, the situation for women grows increasingly desperate. Join us in standing with Afghan women. Learn about their struggles and the critical need for accountability by reading the full article. https://bit.ly/4dwSiX6 #equality #justice #feminism

IANGEL is proud to endorse the critical resolution introduced by Rep. Nikema Williams, affirming that access to abortion is a fundamental human right. The resolution highlights several key points: ?? Human Rights Violations: Recent state restrictions on abortion violate international human rights treaties ratified by the U.S. ?? International Obligations: The UN Human Rights Committee has called on the U.S. to ensure access to comprehensive reproductive health services, including safe and legal abortions. ?? Legal and Safe Access: The resolution calls for repealing laws that criminalize abortion, ensuring individuals can access healthcare without legal repercussions. ?? Reproductive Rights: It reaffirms that reproductive rights are integral to human rights and urges states to protect these rights by repealing restrictive laws. ?? State Responsibilities: States must align their laws with international human rights obligations and ensure the availability of safe and legal reproductive health services. Join us in supporting this resolution and advocating for reproductive rights. Let’s work together to ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they deserve. Read the resolution in full here: https://bit.ly/3TuePwc ?? #HumanRights #ReproductiveRights #ReproRights #GenderEquity #IANGEL #AbortionRights #HealthcareAccess #EndCriminalization

?? Congratulations to our 2024 Amel Zenoune-Zouani Awardee, Hafidha Chekir! ?? We are honored to celebrate Professor Hafidha Chekir, a pioneering feminist, labor activist, and human rights defender from Tunisia. Hafidha has dedicated her life to advocating for women’s rights, LGBTQIA+ rights, migrants’ rights, and the rights of people with disabilities. Hafidha’s unwavering commitment continues to inspire us all. Join us in celebrating her incredible achievements! ?? #HumanRights #GenderJustice #WomensRights #IANGEL

?? Congratulations to our 2024 Amel Zenoune-Zouani Awardee, Zubaida Akbar! ?? We are thrilled to honor Zubaida Akbar, a leading women’s rights and civil society activist from Afghanistan. With over a decade of dedicated work, she tirelessly defends the rights of Afghan women, girls, and marginalized communities. Zubaida’s unwavering commitment continues to inspire us all. Join us in celebrating her incredible achievements! ?? #HumanRights #GenderJustice #WomensRights #IANGEL

Three years after the Taliban's rise, Afghan women continue to show remarkable resilience. Despite being stripped of their rights, they remain steadfast, with women like Parsi leading the charge for freedom and equality. As we mark this anniversary, it's crucial that the global community does not remain silent. Let's stand in solidarity with Afghan women and support their courageous fight for justice. #FreeAfghanWomen #HumanRights #EndGenderApartheid #StandWithAfghanistan

On August 15th, 2024, IANGEL signed a statement in solidarity with #Afghan women written by Femena. The statement highlights the devastating consequences of the last three years of the Taliban’s oppressive #genderapartheid regime, and calls for civil society, like-minded organizations, and individuals to stand in #solidarity and urge greater action from the international community. #EndGenderApartheid Read more: https://bit.ly/4cwbBPN

August 15, 2024 marks the third anniversary of the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan and the beginning an era of unprecedented cruelty and discrimination known as #genderapartheid. IANGEL is proud to be part of the resistance, connecting with and supporting Afghan women lawyers through our BRIDGE project [Building Real Interactions to Drive Gender Equality]. Read this heartfelt message from our BRIDGE project manager recognizing this painful day, and how BRIDGE gives her hope. #EndGenderApartheid

Congratulations to Zubaida Akbar and Hafidha Chekir - IANGEL's 2024 Amel Zenoune-Zouani Rights and Leadership Awardees! ?? Chosen from a distinguished pool of nominees, these remarkable individuals have demonstrated unparalleled commitment to gender justice and human rights. ?? Zubaida Akbar is an esteemed women’s rights and civil society advocate from Afghanistan, tirelessly championing the human rights of Afghan women, girls, and marginalized communities. ?? Professor Hafidha Chekir is a trailblazing feminist, labor activist, and human rights advocate from Tunisia, advancing women's rights, LGBTQIA+ individuals, migrants, and people with disabilities. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Zubaida and Hafidha. Your extraordinary work continues to inspire and motivate us all. ??? Learn more about our awardees by visiting our link here: https://lnkd.in/gf9zi7SR #HumanRights #GenderJustice #WomensRights #IANGEL #FeministLeadership