23 March | Southern Africa Liberation Day ✊🏾
Liberation promised freedom, dignity, and democracy.
But today, the question remains: does that promise still live on, or has it been betrayed?
#SALCat20 #SouthernAfricaLiberationDay #Democracy #humanrights
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Vagrancy laws have long been used to target street-connected children, sex workers, homeless people, and the poor.
From strategic litigation to community empowerment, the fight continues because changing the law means little if people don’t know their rights. #salcat20 youtu.be/pQXd7gnCWkE
“By denying the right to approach the courts, the constitutional right to challenge contentious executive decisions is in great jeopardy,” said SALC’s Executive Director, Anneke
When courts won’t hear the merits, who holds power accountable? @melusisiboniso.bsky.social
#NotInOurName #salcat20
Hate speech undermines dignity, fuels division, and threatens human rights. SALC is committed to strengthening regional responses that promote accountability, protect vulnerable communities, and safeguard freedom of expression. #hatespeech #salcat20
See hate speech regional webinar: tr.ee/iFZCZy
In this video, we look at what African governments are agreeing to by signing these MOUs and their potential implications.
What are your thoughts?
#GlobalHealth #AFGHS #salcat20
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The America First Global Health Strategy is not just health funding, but health funding that comes with conditions and heavy control. #GlobalHealth #AFGHS #salcat20
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Eswatini High Court dismisses case challenging deal on U.S. deportees. @cnbc.com
#notousdeportationplanestosadc #NotInOurName #salcat20
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Did you know? 👶🚫
The Prison Bill is clear: No child belongs in prison.
The Bill prohibits the imprisonment of children in conflict with the law under any circumstances, affirming that children must be protected, not punished.
Read more: tinyurl.com/3u5bsrjx
#Malawi #prisonbill #salcat20
Did you know? 👀
#Malawi’s Prison Bill 2025 marks a major shift from punishment to people.
Originally enacted in 1956, the Prisons Act has been amended to align with the 1994 Constitution, placing new emphasis on rehabilitation, dignity, and reintegration of people in detention.
#Malawi #salcat20
In November 2022, the Regional LGBTIQ+ Activist Forum brought together 39 activists and human rights defenders from across Southern Africa, strengthening voices, building resilience, and uniting the movement for LGBTIQ+ rights. #salcat20 #outandproud
On this International Day of Clean Energy, SALC stands with Zambian communities seeking justice for the 2025 tailings dam disaster. Clean water, healthy land, and accountability cannot wait.
#EnvironmentalJustice #CleanEnergy #salcat20
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SALC’s work challenging laws like Zimbabwe’s PVO Amendment Act shows how shrinking civic space threatens democracy across the region. #CivicSpace #salcat20
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SALC’s advocacy challenges injustice, protects civic space, and strengthens democracy across Southern Africa by pushing back against the abuse of power, amplifying the voices of affected communities, and demanding accountability. #salcat20
Happy New Year! 🎉 SALC extends heartfelt thanks to our partners and viewers for walking with us in the pursuit of justice and human rights. Here’s to continued collaboration and impact in the year ahead. #salcat20
LISTEN📻: During the Global Pluralism week in Canada, SALC Executive Director joined CBC Radio for a discussion on the need for pluralism in a polarised world. #SALCat20 #Pluralism #Dignity #HumanRights
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Other laureates from Mexico, Brazil & Slovakia are driving change! Building pluralism through economic justice, empowering marginalised communities.
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #salcat20
SALC's Anneke had a joint meeting with Colombia Diversa and Egale Canada, discussing LGBTQIA+ litigation, at the Global Centre for Pluralism
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #salcat20
Still in Canada for the Global Centre for Pluralism Award, SALC's Director, Anneke, had a great meeting with the Canadian Civil Liberties Association
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #salcat20
Yesterday, the laureates were in a Reception hosted by the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario.
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #salcat20
The Global Centre for Pluralism showed us what pluralism looks like: bold voices, real dialogue, and shared purpose.
#SALCat20 #pluralismaward2025
A proud moment for SALC in Ottawa as our work and partners are recognised for driving real change by the Global Pluralism.
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #salcat20
“A different future is possible, but only if we fight for the reforms that make pluralism real, not rhetorical.”
SALC at the Global Centre for Pluralism Awards.
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #SALCat20
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Did you know?
Pluralism is about seeing and valuing our diverse lived experiences and making decisions that include everyone.
SALC is proud to be recognised with the Global Pluralism Award for our work advancing justice and inclusion across southern Africa.
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #SALCat20
Day 1 of Award Week. 📷
Laureates are finally at the 2025 Global Centre for Pluralism Award here at the Centre, connecting, creating, and digging into workshops that spark new ideas and shared possibilities.
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #SALCat20
SALC's Executive Director, Anneke, has just arrived at the Global Centre for Pluralism in Ottawa, joining fellow laureates from around the world as we kick off this year’s Award events.
We’re honoured to stand alongside such visionary organisations.
#GlobalPluralismAward2025 #SALCat20
SALC is thrilled to be heading to Ottawa this week for the 2025 @globalpluralism.bsky.social Award ceremony! We are deeply honoured to stand alongside fellow outstanding initiatives receiving honourable mentions. #GlobalPluralismAward2025 #salcat20
📢 SALC Newsletter | April–October 2025
A snapshot of SALC’s recent work, from landmark court victories to regional advocacy, strategic litigation, and thought leadership across Southern Africa. #salcat20
🔗 Read the full newsletter: tinyurl.com/hr3vp6a7
SALC is honoured to share that we have been selected as a finalist for the Global Centre for Pluralism Award.
From strategic litigation to amplifying grassroots voices working across 12 countries to dismantle systemic barriers. #salcat20
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Celebrating 20 years of impact! Mamba online talks to SALC’s Bradley Fortuin to highlight SALC’s milestone of two decades of strategic litigation, advocacy and community-strengthening efforts for equal rights in Southern Africa. #SALCat20
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Have you worked with SALC or felt the impact of its work?
We’d love to hear your story. Share your memories, milestones, or messages of support using the hashtag #salcat20 — let’s celebrate this legacy together.
