ARASA

15/12/2025

Let’s talk decrim.

12/05/2025

Call for Expression of Interest-Website update and system filing.

25/04/2025

15/04/2025

2 million people may die from TB if global funding for TB and HIV is not restored. The US funding freeze has reversed progress made over the past 15 years. Historically, the US has been a major funder of TB programs worldwide, according to John Green, a social media activist, citing Bruce Tushabe, ARASA Regional Training and Capacity Strengthening Lead. : Watch more here:

07/04/2025

With funding from Robert Carr civil society Networks Fund, ARASA partners from East and Southern Africa (Umande DRC, Sentebale BW in Botswana and For Equality in Malawi) are empowering adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) to amplify their voices to demand accountability for SRHR financing. Their collective action is paving the way for transformative change in the healthcare in ESA region! Watch their inspiring story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHBRWvKuBfU

31/03/2025

"On this , ARASA proudly stands in solidarity with transgender people across Southern and East Africa. For decades, we’ve worked relentlessly in capacity strengthening and advocacy to support the rights and visibility of transgender persons. In response to harmful policies, like Donald Trump’s attempt to erase non-binary identities, we reaffirm our commitment to championing the rights, dignity, and recognition of all genders. Together, we continue to build a future where everyone can live authentically, unapologetically, and with full support."

25/03/2025

ALARMING UPDATE: US funding freeze puts years of progress at risk in the fight against TB!

Read the latest from Inter Press News Agency, featuring insights from our Capacity Strengthening and Training Lead, Bruce Tushabe: https://www.globalissues.org/news/2025/03/24/39399

08/03/2025

Happy International Women's Day !

At ARASA, we're celebrating in a special way by honoring one of our own, Bruce Tushabe our Regional Training and Capacity Strengthening Lead!

Bruce has been recognised by Turning Point Magazine for his outstanding contributions to women's rights in East and Southern Africa!

His tireless efforts to promote gender equality and challenge discriminatory norms and practices have made a real difference!

This award is a testament to ARASA's commitment to creating a future where everyone, regardless of their gender, sexuality, or social status, has access to quality healthcare and can live free from stigma, discrimination, and violence!

Read more about Bruce's achievement and our work towards gender equality:https://arasa.info/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IWD-Award-Story-Bruce-final.pdf

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07/03/2025

07/03/2025

Our regional webinar on intersex advocacy developments in East and Southern Africa was a huge success, and we're excited to share some of the key takeaways with you:

1. Advocacy for Legal, Institutional, and Administrative Reforms: Pushing for changes to Section 5 of the Children Act (Kenya), which outlines the state's obligation to realize the rights of the child [1]. We must ensure that the state and elsewhere in East and Southern Africa take measures to progressively achieve the full realization of these rights.

2. Multi-Sectoral Approach: Working at national, regional, and global levels to increase awareness, advocate for institutional reforms, and lobby for services and changes that ensure the inclusion of intersex persons in all spheres.

3. Amplify Intersex Persons and Their Voices: Empowering intersex individuals to tell their stories and strengthening organizations and allies. We believe in the Ubuntu philosophy - "I am because you are" - and that human dignity is for all.

4. Movement Building: Building a strong, inclusive, and sustainable movement that brings together intersex individuals, organizations, and allies to advocate for intersex rights and inclusivity.

5. Evidence-Based Advocacy: Working with regional and policy frameworks to make informed decisions and drive meaningful change.

These takeaways will guide our future efforts to promote intersex rights and inclusivity in East and Southern Africa. Thank you Jinsiangu, the African Intersex Movement, the panelists and intersex activists and everyone who participated in the webinar and contributed to its success!

07/03/2025

For those that have not managed to register for our Regional webinar on Advancing Intersex Rights , this is the last call for you to register and join. The meeting starting now! Here is the Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hbd2pWUITdqUqa4OpwEDJg

06/03/2025

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

We're just hours away from our Regional Webinar on Advancing Intersex Rights in East and Southern Africa!

Join us TOMORROW, March 7, 2025, as we discuss Intersex Rights in East and Southern Africa in partnership with Jinsiangu and the African Intersex Movement.

Date: March 7, 2025
Time: 10:00 am CAT | 11:00 am EAT

DON'T MISS OUT! Register NOW to gain access to the meeting link:

Scan the code on the attached flyer
Click this direct link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_hbd2pWUITdqUqa4OpwEDJg
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

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