The Women's Council advocates for gender equality and women's empowerment across all sectors of society. Comprising accomplished women leaders, professionals, and activists, this council works to eliminate gender-based discrimination and create opportunities for women to thrive and lead.
The Women's Council advocates for gender equality and women's empowerment across all sectors of society. Comprising accomplished women leaders, professionals, and activists, this council works to eliminate gender-based discrimination and create opportunities for women to thrive and lead.
Chair: Dr. Fatima Benali
Council Chairperson
Legal Advocacy & Women's Rights
Legal scholar and human rights advocate specializing in gender equality law and women's economic empowerment.
Healthcare Advisor
Maternal Health & Women's Healthcare
Maternal health specialist working to improve healthcare access and outcomes for women across Africa.
Economic Empowerment Lead
Financial Inclusion & Entrepreneurship
Financial inclusion expert developing programs to increase women's access to capital and business opportunities.
Education Specialist
Girls' Education & Literacy
Education researcher focusing on girls' education and women's literacy programs in rural communities.
Legal Protection Advisor
Violence Prevention & Legal Rights
Human rights lawyer working to combat gender-based violence and strengthen legal protections for women.
Political Participation Director
Women in Governance & Leadership
Former parliamentarian and political strategist promoting women's participation in governance and decision-making.
Rural Women's Advocate
Rural Development & Agriculture
Agricultural economist advocating for rural women's land rights and access to agricultural resources and training.
Technology & Innovation Lead
Women in STEM & Digital Literacy
Software engineer and tech advocate working to close the gender gap in technology and increase women's digital literacy.
Youth & Education Coordinator
Young Women's Empowerment
Youth development specialist creating programs to empower young women through education and skills training.
Research & Policy Advisor
Gender Policy & Research
Gender studies researcher and policy analyst developing evidence-based policies for women's advancement.
Key areas where this council provides expertise and guidance
Ensuring equal representation of women in decision-making positions and promoting gender-responsive policies across all levels of government.
Expanding access to financial resources, business opportunities, and economic tools that enable women to achieve financial independence and success.
Improving healthcare services for women, ensuring safe motherhood, and protecting reproductive rights and health across all African communities.
Breaking barriers to education by promoting girls' enrollment, retention, and advancement in schools and higher education institutions.
Implementing comprehensive strategies to prevent gender-based violence, support survivors, and create safe environments for all women.
Building the next generation of women leaders through mentorship, training, and creating pathways to leadership positions in all sectors.
Notable accomplishments and initiatives led by this council
Established groundbreaking policies ensuring 40% minimum women's representation in federal appointments, setting a new standard for gender equality in governance.
Launched transformative $500M fund supporting women-owned businesses and entrepreneurship across member states, empowering thousands of women entrepreneurs.
Developed comprehensive maternal health services reducing maternal mortality by 30%, saving thousands of lives and improving healthcare for women.
Created pathways for 10,000+ women to enter STEM fields through scholarships, mentorship, and training programs addressing the gender gap in technology.
Implemented comprehensive legal and social framework to combat gender-based violence, providing protection and support services across all member states.
Explore our diverse advisory councils that bring together expertise from different sectors to guide Federal Africa's development and ensure inclusive governance for all citizens.
Council of Elders & AdvisorsDistinguished leaders providing thoughtful guidance on governance, cultural preservation, and long-term strategic vision for Federal Africa.
Youth Advisory CouncilDynamic young professionals, entrepreneurs, and activists ensuring policies reflect the aspirations of Africa's largest demographic.
Diaspora Advisory BoardBridging the African diaspora with the continent, facilitating knowledge transfer, investment, and cultural connections worldwide.
Federal Africa operates through a comprehensive three-branch system designed to ensure democratic representation, effective governance, and accountability to all citizens across our beautiful continent.
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