Progynist, Ethiopia

Progynist (Pro Women as opposed to ‘Misogynist’) is an indigenous civil society organization. Established in 1997 with a vision of equal opportunity for women, has been promoting the human rights of women by constructing women focused social and economic infrastructures and by engaging the different actors to discuss and own issues related to Gender based violence. It has also been working around women’s rights to accede to decision making levels, women’s access to education and modest health and sanitation facilities, and economic resources. Addis Ababa, Oromia, SNNPR. In Addis Ababa, all woredas of Lideta and Nifas silk Lafto sub cities, in Oromia, in all woredas of South Western Shoa zone; in SNNPR, in Meskan, Butajira, Cheha, Agena/Eja, and Muhir Aklil woredas. Vision: Ethiopia with a vibrant democracy that ensures women’s fair share in decision-making, available economic and social resources. Mission: Progynist shall promote, strengthen and facilitate implementation of effective social, political and economic programs to entrench Gender Equality, Peace, Human Rights and Good Governance at all levels