THE 12TH EDITION OF THE FEMINIST LECTURE SERIES (HERSTORY)
Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa hosted its 12th Edition of the Feminist Lecture Series, “HerStory,” themed: “Voice, Vagina, Violence! Shut Up, Shut Out!”. This event discusses the current reality of women’s advocacy in Liberia and globally. The conversation was interrogated about shrinking space for advocacy and the silencing of women’s voices through cyberbullying and violence. Madam Leymah R. Gbowee, 2011 Nobel Peace Laureate, was the discussant along with two moderators, Ms. Facia Harris & Ms. Olivia Thomas, while Mrs. Cornelius Kruah Cooper and Atty. Moriah D.K. Yekulah served as the respondent of the program.
Discussant: Madam Leymah R. Gbowee
2011 Nobel Peace Laureate
Founder/President of Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa
The event served as a platform for critical dialogue and debate on the obstacles faced by women in raising their voices and advocating for gender equality and justice. Ms. Olivia Thomas also questioned Madam Gbowee about how she dealt with cyberbullying after questioning Her Excellency Madam Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's Administration while serving as a women's activist. Moreover, she gives exclusive insight into the repercussions she experienced from a Facebook post she mentioned about Ambassador Joseph N. Boakai to focus on his health and then the presidency of Liberia.
Ms. Olivia Thomas - Moderator
Ms. Facia Harris - Moderator
The conversation at the event delved into the shrinking space for advocacy and the silencing of women's voices through cyberbullying and violence. It highlighted how women are often marginalized and pushed out of meaningful discussions and decision-making processes.
One of our respondents “Mrs. Cornelius Kruah Cooper,” explained her experience with cyberbullying when campaigning for public office as a Unity Party District 13 Representative aspirant. However, Atty Moriah Yekulah was one of the females who managed her way out of cyberbullying, and her story was told. It sought to raise awareness about the importance of amplifying women's voices and supporting their efforts to effect positive change in their communities and societies.
The 12th Edition of the Feminist Lecture Series organized by the Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa program provided a space for reflection and action on today's challenges and opportunities for women's advocacy. It brought together activists, scholars, and community members to engage in meaningful discussions and explore strategies for overcoming barriers to women's empowerment and gender equality.
Atty. Moriah D.K. Yekulah - Respondent
Mrs. Cornelius Kruah Cooper - Respondent
You can view the full program” The 12th Edition of the Feminist Lecture Series” in the video link below
