Siziwe Ngcwabe

The National Strategic Plan on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (NSP on GBVF) is South Africa’s bold, united response to GBVF: a whole-of-society plan designed by government and civil society to drive real, lasting change. For those new to it, the NSP on GBVF is built on six pillars: 1. Accountability, Coordination & Leadership 2. Prevention & Rebuilding Social Cohesion 3. Justice, Safety & Protection 4. Response, Care, Support & Healing 5. Economic Power 6. Research & Information Management Our Living Evidence Map is a critical part of Pillar 6, a dynamic resource that strengthens the research and knowledge base needed to inform smart, effective policies and programs. Watch as the Director of Research and Knowledge at the @DpmeOfficial, Dr Harsha Dayal @Dayal70 explains the policy environment that shaped the development of the Living Evidence Map, with a focus on how the tool supports South Africa’s commitment to evidence-informed policymaking in addressing GBVF under the National Strategic Plan. The AI Powered Living Evidence map can accessed here: africaevidencenetwork.org/wp-content/upl… #NSPonGBVF #GBVF #LivingEvidenceMap #WomensMonth

"GBVF is an us problem and united, we are the solution. Everyone of us must rise, unite and fight until it ends" In this powerful reflection, gender researcher @LutfiyyaDean1 shares what the AI-powered Living Evidence Map means to her and its potential to drive meaningful change in the fight against gender-based violence and femicide hashtag#GBVF Explore the AI-powered Living Evidence Map here:lnkd.in/dNYK7WwP

"No woman, child or LGBTQIA person should live in fear, this should move us all" In this powerful reflection, Director of Innovation and Equity @AndyWaAzania shares what the AI-powered Living Evidence Map means to her and its potential to drive meaningful change in the fight against gender-based violence and femicide hashtag#GBVF Explore the AI-powered Living Evidence Map here: africaevidencenetwork.org/wp-content/upl…

@Afidep @NEPAD_Agency @acedafrica @Hewlett_Found @SpeakUpAfrica1 @PACKS_Africa @IDinsight @ACRES_RRS @BusaraCenter @SciforAfrica Visit the #AEN and @AfricaAEYL exhibition stand at the #Evi4Dev2025 conference in Kenya to learn about our work, connect, and collaborate!

The Evidence for Development Conference unites experts in policymaking, science, technology, and innovation to explore data, evidence, and innovation for advancing Agenda 2063. Key topics include generating and applying research to achieve Agenda 2063 goals and using evidence to inform policymaking: shorturl.at/SXoau. We're proud to join the #Evi4Dev2025 conference in Kenya, May 6-8. Our Director, @ithubalethu, delivers opening remarks on #Day1.

Best wishes for the upcoming season! We warmly welcome all of our #AENmembers, including evidence intermediaries, researchers, policymakers, and civil society. We look forward to the numerous interesting events in 2025 with optimism and excitement. As we begin another year of transformation, remain in touch with us. Let's keep building on 2024's achievements and make 2025 an even more impactful year. #OnlyTogether can evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) become a reality.

Register for Evi4Dev Conf, May 6-8: evi4devconference.org. Join experts, policymakers, funders, and practitioners in science, technology, innovation, and evidence-informed policymaking to discuss key actions and focus on data, evidence, and innovations for Agenda 2063.

We truly appreciate all #AENmembers who have updated their details on our new membership portal. If you haven’t yet, visit app.joinit.com/o/africa-evide…. Thank you for your ongoing participation and support. Together, we anticipate developing and contributing significantly to the journey ahead.

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Did you know that nominations for this year's Africa Evidence Leadership Award will open soon? To ensure you don't miss the opportunity to nominate your #EIDMchampions for #AELA, update your details on our new membership portal. Join us on 11 February at 14:00 hours (SAST) to learn more about the platform. Register now: @7837a068-20e5-4c0b-8f75-9e9535878f5a" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a361b9af….

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New #AENpodcast episode! Is Evidence-Informed Decision-Making (#EIDM) a career worth pursuing? Join @EliseHirwaM & @K_Atengble as they explore skills, opportunities, and the future of EIDM! 🎧 Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/60aa5f… 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/j_esSndD1Xs

How do we professionalise the #EIDM field? In our latest podcast, @K_Atengble breaks down: ✅ Career pathways in EIDM ✅ Growth opportunities in the field ✅ The future of evidence use in decision-making Don’t miss it! 🎧 Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/60aa5f… 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/j_esSndD1Xs

"Young people are the future of EIDM!" Powerful insights from @K_Atengble on launching a career in Evidence-Informed Decision-Making #EIDM What advice do you have for young professionals entering this field? Drop your thoughts below! 🎧Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/60aa5f… 🎥 Watch here:

For those who missed the information session on membership migration, you can watch the recording: youtu.be/DMVu8vt0BQU to learn more about the new #AENmembership portal.

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Join us for an insightful session on 11 February at 14:00 (SAST) to learn about the membership migration process and its impact on you. Don't miss out! Register now: @7837a068-20e5-4c0b-8f75-9e9535878f5a" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a361b9af…

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Register now for the #webinar: "Innovative Approaches to Strengthen Evaluation Capacity in Africa" hosted by @tweet_afrea on February 19: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist….

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