Sudan: Women Demand Inclusive, Safe Dialogue to End Sudan War for Good
[Dabanga] Nairobi / Amsterdam -- Sudanese feminist and civil society figures have called for broader participation in any anticipated Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue, demanding genuine guarantees to protect participants and provide a safe space for discussion. They stressed the need for women, young people, and civil society to play an active role in the political process.
Sudanese feminist and civil society figures have urged for a wider range of participants in any upcoming Sudan-Sudan dialogue, emphasizing the need for safety and inclusion of women, young people, and civil society. Hala Al-Karib, regional director of the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA), highlighted the significance of holding the conversation inside Sudan to boost its importance and authenticity.
She advocated for genuine guarantees to protect participants, ensuring they can express their views without facing punishment or violence.
Fatima Adam, a youth affairs activist, emphasized the importance of grassroots communities in the dialogue and the necessity of justice alongside ending the war. She expressed concerns over the limited participation of young women in political discussions, which tends to be dominated by elites. Dr Azza Mustafa, a researcher specializing in democracy and political parties, stressed that women's viewpoints are crucial in the political process, given their unique experiences and commitment to peace.
Mustafa called for women's participation to be treated as an equal opportunity rather than a concession.
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