Welcome to this episode of the ENYTinG Gender podcast, part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender‑Based Violence. Dr. Nwadinobi discusses her experience combating harmful practices like widow abuse, early marriage, and cyber violence, and presents a plan for a global treaty.

In this episode you’ll learn:
Educational disparities, early marriage, and forced childbirth significantly impact Nigerian girls' lives. Additionally, widowhood customs such as shaving, imprisonment, disinheritance, and levirate marriage contribute to severe gender-based violence.

• The alarming rise of cyber‑violence, with 58 % of women affected and 90‑95 % of deep‑fake sexual content targeting women.

• A step-by-step advocacy model: community outreach, engaging leaders, documenting abuse, and influencing legislation. This includes a global treaty to eliminate violence against women and girls, emphasizing international advocacy's role in policy change.

Welcome to a special edition of our “16 Days of Activism Against Gender‑Based Violence” podcast series. In today’s episode, hosts Charmaine Prince and her guest Linda from Nairobi dive deep into the evolving landscape of violence against women and girls—especially the rapid surge of digital abuse that followed the pandemic’s “shadow” wave of domestic harm.

We’ll explore how traditional forms of GBV—intimate‑partner violence, workplace discrimination, community bias—are now spilling into the online world. From cyberbullying, doxxing, and AI‑generated deep‑fakes to catfishing, trolling, and misogynistic “manosphere” networks, our conversation maps out this unsettling digital minefield. The hosts also discuss the urgent need for education: why many still don’t recognize online harassment as violence, how we can empower women to become “sister‑keepers,” and what role schools, families, and policymakers must play.

A recurring theme is the future of the next generation. As kids grow up with iPads, Alexa, and AI assistants, the line between protection and exposure blurs. Charmaine and Linda argue for critical thinking over blind reliance on technology, urging us to teach digital literacy before digital victimhood takes root.

In a hopeful turn, the hosts propose practical steps—weekly “courage” spotlights, blogs, and safe‑space online forums—to spread knowledge, spark community dialogue, and build resilient networks that can push back against both old‑school and new‑school abuse.

Stay tuned as we unpack the realities of digital violence, share stories of resilience, and chart a path toward safer, more informed online spaces for women, girls, and the generations to come.

Welcome to the ENYTinG Gender podcast, where we explore the nuances of gender equality in various aspects of life. I'm your host, Sharmin Prince, and today we have a fascinating discussion with Melania Murphy, a writer, speaker, and soon-to-be author. Melania's expertise lies in empowering women through the topic of married name choices, a subject she delves into in her upcoming book, "Bound by Love, Not Tradition: Empowering Women Through Married Name Choices." In this episode, Melania shares her personal journey and insights into the tradition of women taking their husband's last name, the unconscious biases and stereotypes that accompany it, and the importance of achieving married name gender equality. We also explore how same-sex couples approach this decision and the evolving trends in name choices among men and women. Join us as we uncover the significance of names, identity, and equality in marriage.

Welcome to the ENYTinG Gender podcast, hosted by Sharmin Prince. In this episode, we celebrate International Women's Month by featuring an inspiring guest, Lisbeth A. Salifu from Ghana. Lisbeth is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in program development, project coordination, and office management. She is the co-founder of Access Afgana, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, particularly women. Lisbeth shares her journey as a woman with a disability and discusses the challenges and stereotypes faced by women with disabilities in Africa. She highlights the importance of capacity building, skills development, and job placement in boosting confidence and overcoming societal biases. Join us as we delve into Lisbeth's impactful work and her vision for a more inclusive future.

• Sharmin Prince interviews Rachel Cottam, a gender allyship speaker and writer
• Rachel believes in men and women working together to create gender equity
• She created the Allies at work playbook and is collaborating with the Utah Women and Leadership Project to close the gender pay gap
• Rachel shares her journey from being a high school English teacher to working in tech and the importance of male allyship in the workplace
• She discusses the "tiara syndrome" and the need for women to advocate for themselves
• Sharmin shares her experience in the nonprofit sector and the difficulties of advocating for herself in a predominantly female environment

• The speaker has had to advocate for herself in a female-dominated space due to microaggressions and difficulties in the dynamics.
• She left her career to start a nonprofit due to the challenges she faced.
• Her understanding of feminism has evolved, especially after moving to a state with low gender equality rankings.
• She believes feminism should be intersectional and inclusive of all individuals, not just women.
• She recommends the book "We Should All Be Feminists" and emphasizes the importance of male allies in achieving gender equality.
• She believes that male allies may have misconceptions about the role of allyship and the need to take on all responsibilities.

• Male allies can make a difference by taking on more responsibilities at home and talking about their parenting duties at work
• They can counteract the motherhood penalty by normalizing their parenting responsibilities in the workplace
• Men in leadership positions can foster inclusivity by amplifying the voices of those who may not have the mic as often
• They can also address gender stereotypes in the workplace and share non-promotable tasks with women to free up their mental space for leadership opportunities

• Men can be allies to women by taking on non-promotable tasks, allowing women to lead
• Male allyship extends to other underrepresented groups
• Intersectionality involves creating a safe space for all unprotected groups to bring themselves to work
• Men can use their privilege to advocate for policy change that supports gender equality
• Building bridges and amplifying voices is key in using privilege to help those less privileged
• Acknowledging privilege and counting by identity can help build awareness and bridge gaps
• "Calling in" involves having respectful conversations, which is important in male allyship.

• Rachel Cottam discusses the importance of male allyship and the need for men to call out discriminatory behavior
• She envisions a future where men and women work together for gender equality
• She shares a personal experience of realizing the lack of diversity in a community meeting and the need to be more conscious of where she invests her time and resources
• The conversation emphasizes the importance of acknowledging privilege and the ongoing effort to be a better ally
• Rachel Cottam can be contacted through LinkedIn and her website for further discussions and resources

In this episode of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence podcast series, host Sharmin Prince welcomes Chris, a passionate mentor, life coach, and senior consultant in risk security and safety management. Together, they discuss the generational differences in communication, the importance of mentorship, and the societal structures that influence gender-based violence.