Tag: #Women’s Day

Understanding Nego-feminism and its implications for social work and development

6 February 20266 February 2026 aswnetadmin No Comments

When many people think of feminism, they picture protest signs, policy battles, and a direct challenge to the status quo. While that activist model has its place, it doesn’t always translate across all cultures or social landscapes. Nego-feminism, a concept pioneered by Nigerian scholar Obioma Nnaemeka, offers a refreshing, pragmatic, and deeply communal alternative that…

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Remember Pan African Women’s Day (31 July each year)

9 March 20259 March 2025 aswnetadmin

Africa’s Women’s Day is observed annually across the continent on 31 July and is a day earmarked to recognise and affirm the role of women’s organising in achieving the political freedom of Africa and advancing the social and economic status of women on the continent. Africa’s Women’s Day was proclaimed as a day to be…

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#IWD2025 message from the AU

9 March 20259 March 2025 Maaza Mkelekile

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Africa’s 10 Great Women Social Workers Born Between 1871 and 1947

9 March 20259 March 2025 aswnetadmin 6 Comments

There are many women who contributed significantly to social development and social work in Africa. Some of these women are covered below. If you have information about a woman to add on the list, please do so. Charlotte Makgomo-Mannya Maxeke (1871-1939) Mama Maxeke was born in 1871 (other sources say 1874) in Ramokgopa, Polokwane District…

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