Empowering Women Through Advocacy
Promoting Gender Equality and Human Rights
Women, Peace and Security Advocacy
Protection Lens advocates for the meaningful participation of women in peace building processes, conflict prevention, and post-conflict reconstruction. By implementing United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, we address the unique impact of armed conflicts on women and girls. Our work focuses on empowering women, acknowledging their valuable contributions to conflict resolution efforts, and ensuring their equal participation in peace and security processes.
Human Rights Legislation Advancement
Protection Lens is dedicated to advancing human rights legislation with a focus on promoting women's rights. Engaging with convention and treaty bodies ensures the protection and promotion of human rights particularly for women within Somalia. By monitoring the implementation of human rights conventions, we strengthen institutions for justice advancement.
Protection Lens is a beacon of empowerment and equality, dedicated to promoting women's rights and fostering collaboration for lasting change.
Jennifer M.Human Rights Advocate
Frequently asked questions
Protection Lens is dedicated to promoting the meaningful participation of women in peace building processes, conflict prevention, and post-conflict reconstruction. The organization advocates for gender equality and empowerment of women while upholding accountability and collaboration as core values.
Protection Lens directly contributes to SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through its focus on empowering women in peace processes, advocating for human rights legislation, promoting humanitarian accountability with a gender-responsive approach, and addressing climate change impacts with a gender lens.
Protection Lens stands out as a Global Women Solutions accredited partner with extensive experience in supporting women's initiatives in peace-building and economic empowerment. The organization has successful project delivery across multiple countries in Sub-Saharan Africa supported by strong partnerships with donor organizations like USAID and AFDB.
Protection Lens prioritizes the needs and rights of women during crises by advocating for gender-responsive humanitarian assistance. The organization ensures that women's voices are central in decision-making processes related to humanitarian response efforts, contributing to SDG 5 (Gender Equality) & SDG3( Good Health & Well-being).
Protection Lens works towards addressing the disproportionate impact of climate change on women by advocating for climate justice and sustainable development. The organization prioritizes incorporating women's rights and needs into climate change adaptation strategies aligning with SDG 13(Climate Action) & SDG11(Sustainable Cities & Communities).
Mogadishu, Somalia
Empowering Women for a Better Future
Protection Lens is dedicated to empowering women and advocating for their rights. Together, we can make a difference in the world.