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Meaza Ashenafi

@ashenafi_meaza

Former Chief Justice | Promoter of Rule of Law and Gender Equality | Leader | Team and Institution Builder | Visionary | Executor

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Today, the Institute for African Women in Law (IAWL) and the African Union in collaboration with my office launched the Gender Equality in Law Campaign at the regional level. Furthermore, the Women's Excellence in Law and Leadeship Acadamy (WELLA ) Ethiopia chapter has also

Today, the Institute for African Women in Law (IAWL) and the African Union in collaboration with my office launched the Gender Equality in Law Campaign at the regional level. 
Furthermore, the Women's Excellence in Law and Leadeship Acadamy (WELLA ) Ethiopia chapter has also
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I had the opportunity to give a keynote speech at the prestigious 2024 Annual Founder's Lecture of the Univesity of South Africa (UNiSA) on the topic β€œDelivering Justice in Africa - Are women active or passive agents?” This keynote was attended by nearly 300 government officials,

I had the opportunity to give a keynote speech at the prestigious 2024 Annual Founder's Lecture of the Univesity of South Africa (UNiSA) on the topic β€œDelivering Justice in Africa - Are women active or passive agents?”
This keynote was attended by nearly 300 government officials,
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AU's Legal and Justice STC has deliberated and approved the AU Draft convention on violence against women and girls. Following subsequent approvals, this will be a wonderful New Year’s gift to African women. Glad to reconnect with H.E. Minister of Justice of Rwanda and also for

AU's Legal and Justice STC has deliberated and approved the AU Draft convention on violence against women and girls. Following subsequent approvals, this will be a wonderful New Year’s gift to African women.
Glad to reconnect with H.E. Minister of Justice of Rwanda and also for
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Today the AU in collaboration with my office and Justice for All (JFA) has organized a legal community consultation on the draft AU Convention on the Elimination of VAW and Girls. It was an opportunity to emphasize the role of judges, lawyers and prosecutors to interpret and

Today the AU in collaboration with my office and Justice for All (JFA) has organized a legal community consultation on the draft AU Convention on the Elimination of VAW and Girls. 
It was an opportunity to emphasize the role of judges, lawyers and prosecutors to interpret and
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A Facility for African Women in Political Leadership has been launched. This is a collaborative initiative of AU, UNDP and AWLN. UNDP has pledged $1 million to the Facility as a seed funding. This is a milestone to forward African Women’s demand for equality.

A Facility for African Women in Political Leadership has been launched. This is a collaborative initiative of AU, UNDP and AWLN. 
UNDP has pledged $1 million to the Facility as a seed funding. This is a milestone to forward African Women’s demand for equality.
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It's a victorious day for women and girls across the continent! The 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the AU has just adopted the #AUEVAWGConvention, a first of its kind comprehensive continental instrument to address #VAWG in Africa.

It's a victorious day for women and girls across the continent! 

The 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the AU has just adopted the #AUEVAWGConvention, a first of its kind comprehensive continental instrument to address #VAWG in Africa.
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Today we celebrate the incredible resilience and contribution of women. Let me take this opportunity to launch the BERCHI Young Women Leadership program. I invite you to become part of the community either as a member or as a champion by completing this attached form:

Today we celebrate the incredible resilience and contribution of women. 
Let me take this opportunity to launch the BERCHI Young Women Leadership program. 
I invite you to become part of the community either as a member or as a champion by completing this attached form:
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At the graduation ceremony of the Ayzon Foundation's initiative called β€œShe Can”. The objective of the training is to enhance the employability of fresh graduates by equipping them with diverse skills. Intergenerational solidarity is much needed in this regard.

At the graduation ceremony of the Ayzon Foundation's initiative called β€œShe Can”. The objective of the training is to enhance the employability of fresh graduates by equipping them with diverse skills. Intergenerational solidarity  is much needed in this regard.
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EWLA celebrated its 30th anniversary. I was touched by the recognition given to me by the Board of Directors at the General Assembly. The Board made reference to my role as a founder and trailblazer and promised to continue my legacy. This recognition extends to my co- founders,

EWLA celebrated its 30th anniversary. I was touched by the recognition given to me by the Board of Directors at the General Assembly. The Board made reference to my role as a founder and trailblazer and promised to continue my legacy. This recognition extends to my co- founders,
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I have engaged fresh graduate girls who are preparing for the world of work. I have emphasized the importance of women's economic independence and empowerment. It was an amazing conversation. The training is organized by the Ayzon Foundation. Venue is provided by the US Embassy

I have engaged fresh graduate girls who are preparing for the world of work. 
I have emphasized the importance of women's economic independence and empowerment. It was an amazing conversation. 
The training is organized by the Ayzon Foundation. Venue is provided by the US Embassy
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We all recognize motherhood is a huge responsibility but also an incredible gift of abundant love, nurturing and life enrichment. It is an amazing experience that grows and teaches us not only how to care for our children but for all. Happy to share this day with my family in

We all recognize motherhood is a huge responsibility but also an incredible gift of abundant love, nurturing and life enrichment. It is an amazing experience that grows and teaches us not only how to care for our children but for all. 
Happy to share this day with my family in
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My daughter Senait graduated from Columbia University with a Master of Architecture and will be returning to Ethiopia after eight years abroad.

My daughter Senait graduated from Columbia University with a Master of Architecture and will be returning to Ethiopia after eight years abroad.
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I am pleased to host the "Circle of Champions" today at my newley established office (Meaza Ashenafi Mentorship and Empowerment Initiatives for Women). The main focus of the initiative will be mentoring as well as empowerment to guide women in their professional and personal

I am pleased to host the "Circle of Champions" today at my newley established office (Meaza Ashenafi Mentorship and Empowerment Initiatives for Women). 

The main focus of the initiative will be mentoring as well as empowerment to guide women in their professional and personal
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We celebrated the recognition accorded to ENAT Bank as the First Transformational Bank in Ethiopia based on assessment done by the NB and World Bank. Congrats to Founding ladies below and all All. The right vision and dedicated action delivers result. ENAT's unique business

We celebrated the recognition accorded to ENAT Bank as the First Transformational Bank in Ethiopia based on assessment done by the NB and World Bank. Congrats to Founding ladies below and all All. 
The right vision and dedicated action delivers result. ENAT's unique business
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Meet the Co-Chairs of the AWLN #EcoFin Pillar, leading discussions at #FFD4Sevilla❗️ Visionary African women leaders driving change at the intersection of gender, finance, and policy. They champion inclusive economies where women access capital, shape markets, and lead

Meet the Co-Chairs of the AWLN #EcoFin Pillar, leading discussions at #FFD4Sevilla❗️

Visionary African women leaders driving change at the intersection of gender, finance, and policy. They champion inclusive economies where women access capital, shape markets, and lead