Eid Mubarak to all of my Muslim friends and colleagues!

Today, we observe the constitutional review process in #Somalia 's parliament, striving to ensure the vital engagement of parliamentarians in advocating for a constitution that reflects democratic principles (taking democracy close to the people to directly elect their reps),…

During this ongoing Ramadan, let’s extend solidarity and respect to Muslims by reaffirming our commitment to #EndIslamophobia 🌙

Negotiations facilitated by her.
Conflict prevented by her.
Victims supported by her.
Communities reconnected by her.
Peace built by her.
Canada continues to recognize and support the incredible work of #WomenPeacebuilders around the world. #PeaceByHer

As I end my week of events focused on all aspects of gender equality, I’m left emotionally drained, but also invigorated. #1 highlight was during one event when a male Reverend and female Imam co-led a prayer before serving Iftar to all participants❤️ #tolerance #inclusion #CSW68

Learning from our partners on what’s needed to eradicate #childmarriage . A multi-pronged and holistic approach is essential. From greater access to education and stronger legal frameworks, to empowering women and men to speak openly about these issues, there can be #nosilos

Privileged to be a part of discussions today between #Somalia ’s Minister for Women & Human Rights and Signe Guro Gilen, #Norway ’s Special Envoy for #WPS . Such a rich exchange on our experiences in engaging and raising the profile of women peacebuilders in our domestic contexts.

Inspired by a #Canada -sponsored #CSW68 event on women’s resource rights where women activists, academics and #Somalia ’s Ministry of WomenHRD offered thought-provoking remarks. Equal ownership and access to land/resources for women and men is foundational to advancing #gender equality.

Canada, Alinea International and SHE Associates Inc. facilitated a meeting for Somalia’s Ministry of WomenHRD with the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP) today. They shared experiences & discussed next steps in implementing #Somalia ’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security 🇸🇴

Excited to debut this short documentary we made in collaboration with Canada in Kenya, Somalia and Uganda for #16daysofActivism . The WPS Ambassador of Canada Jacqueline O'Neill gave a truly memorable speech as the guest of honor with Annie Brunton doing a spectacular job as the MC 🇨🇦🤝🏽🇸🇴

Earlier today, Minister Amina from Ministry of WomenHRD delivered #Somalia ’s statement to her country counterparts at the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women.

And we begin! At #CSW68 today with Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP) UN Women We are pleased to support Ministry of WomenHRD from #Somalia Canada in Kenya, Somalia and Uganda Alinea International in speaking on #peace #prevention and the #unscr1325 #women #peace #security

Today in NYC, #Somalia ’s Minister from Ministry of WomenHRD spoke to a packed room in an event hosted by Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP), co-sponsored by #Canada , about the cost effectiveness of including women in peacebuilding processes. Want a long-term, sustainable resolution? Include women. #plainandsimple

An inspiring video of Somali women and imagery that still gives me goosebumps when watching. A reflection of the vital work done by ELMAN PEACE & HRC day in and day out in #Somalia . Happy to continue pushing the WPS agenda this week with Ministry of WomenHRD at #CSW68 . More updates to come!

Ramadan Kareem to all my Muslim friends and colleagues!

Our heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed in Bakara market, Mogadishu. We condemn this terrible act of violence and continue to support efforts to build a secure and peaceful Somalia.
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I had the pleasure of seeing Canadian-funded programming in action this week when visiting the lovely people of Boodhley. Thanks to layered humanitarian & development interventions, the community is on the road to long term resilience to Somalia’s ever increasing climate shocks.

Honoured to have chaired these discussions, where Somalia's Deputy Prime Minister (a fellow Canadian) outlined the FGS's key priorities for the coming year.

Female journalists working in remote regions often face a shortage of essential skills and equipment necessary to conduct journalistic tasks.

Through our training program supported by Canada in Kenya, Somalia and Uganda #CFLI , our trainers focus on imparting crucial skills to women reporters. The goal…