Protecting Women Human Rights Defenders: Leveraging the German-African Union Partnership
Haastrup, T & Mueller, M
To link human rights mechanisms to the agenda on Women, Peace, and Security, Germany should reinforce its support to the African Union’s engagement in peace and security. Building on existing African women’s mediator and leadership networks, Berlin should dedicate funds to the work of women human rights defenders and the development of a database highlighting their efforts and challenges.