Anthropologist with a feminist twist | Senior Policy Advisor Taskforce Women's Rights and Gender Equality at NL Ministry of Foreign Affairs (@MinBZ) | my views.
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Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
''In my work, I get to see the incredible strength and courage of women and girls around the world who refuse to give up. Even in the most challenging circumstances.'' @BurbachKaren, Head Taskforce Women’s Rights and Gender Equality ⬇️ #NoExcuse #OrangetheWorld
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This afternoon, @ministerBZ Caspar Veldkamp raised the #OrangeTheWorld flag at our ministry. The Netherlands works to prevent and eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls. We underline the crucial importance of international cooperation to ignite change. #NoExcuse
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Globally, 1 in 3 women experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. Our embassies worldwide raise their hands in solidarity against gender-based violence on this International Day to End Violence Against Women.
#NoExcuse #OrangeTheWorld 🟠
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
Today on #DayoftheGirl, we celebrate the power of young leaders!💪
As proud partners of projects like She Leads, we strive to empower girls and young women and have their voices be heard within their communities and beyond.
Learn more about She Leads⤵️
plan-international.org/un/ou…
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
🌍🏳️🌈 Van de kanalen in Amsterdam tot de straten van Warschau; onze ambassades nemen deel aan #Pride activiteiten over de hele wereld en zetten zich met lokale partners in voor de lhbtiq+ gemeenschap. Iedereen moet zichzelf kunnen zijn, ongeacht wie je bent en van wie je houdt.
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
🌍🏳️🌈 Hoe wordt Pride wereldwijd gevierd? Onze ambassadeurs vertellen over hoe in hun gastland wordt stilgestaan bij Pride. Nederland zet zich wereldwijd in voor gelijke rechten, acceptatie en inclusie van lhbtiq+ personen. #Pride2024
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Today, the EU adopted a sanctions package on sexual and gender-based violence. The Netherlands welcomes these sanctions and remains committed to eradicating this form of violence, supporting survivors and holding perpetrators accountable.
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
Trust-based #FeministFunding is crucial for sustaining movements. Yet, OECD reports a 29.1% drop in government support to feminist movements. We must fund, trust, and operate in solidarity with feminist movements. Read more by @CMI_CountMeIn link in bio!
#FundWomensFunds
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
De Taskforce Vrouwenrechten en Gendergelijkheid van het Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken is op zoek naar een stagiair(e).
Interesse? Solliciteer dan nu!
werkenvoornederland.nl/vacat…
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
Learn about : @LFSouth, a feminist alliance from the Global South led by @awdf01, @fmujeresdelsur, @IIWF, and @WF_Asia. We support feminist activism by women, girls, and trans-led groups. Watch our video and visit the site to learn more! leadingfromthesouth.org
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
Today is the 10th anniversary of the #IstanbulConvention’s entry in force. In countries where the @CoE Convention is ratified, preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence is an obligation.🇳🇱 chairs its Committee of Parties. #IstanbulConventionSavesLives
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
#KingdomNL is excited to share a cartoon about @CDettmeijer’s re-election candidacy for #CEDAW! 🌟
Watch the video to see why Corinne is an outstanding candidate with her deep understanding of CEDAW and her dedication to gender equality & combating human trafficking. 🇺🇳
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
Head of 🇳🇱Gender Taskforce @BurbachKaren is currently visiting India. Today, she met with @SEWABharat a project supported by us where she saw the amazing work done by the partners & learnt the ground stories of resilience & transformation.
#InvestInWomen
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
Goed om mijn collega @jmalbares te verwelkomen in Amsterdam tijdens het Spaanse staatsbezoek en verder te investeren in onze sterke bilaterale relatie. Als vertrouwde EU- en NAVO-partners werken we nauw samen op urgente thema's, waaronder Oekraïne en het Midden-Oosten. 1/2
ALT Minister Bruins Slot ontmoet haar Spaanse collega minister Albares.
ALT Minister Bruins Slot ontmoet haar Spaanse collega minister Albares.
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
🌍 Passionate about shaping international policy? Aged 18-29? Residing in Africa or Middle East? Join the @DutchMFA Youth Advisory Committee of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs! Apply now: njr.nl/en/stories/apply-yac-… #YouthLeadership #meaningfulyouthparticipation
Lancering van de vriendinnenclub van
@StemopeenVrouw. De geschiedenis en resultaten in kaart gebracht door oprichtster @DevikaAkived & inspirerend verhaal door @PloumenLilianne over het belang van financiering van gendergelijkheid. Wil je bijdragen? stemopeenvrouw.com/doneer-2/
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The Kingdom of the Netherlands is proud to co-host the first 'International Conference on Accountability for Conflict-Related Sexual Violence' together with @USGSRSGPatten & @endrapeinwar, and with support from the UK and France. 1/2
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
Niet alleen op Internationale Vrouwendag, maar elke dag zet Nederland zich in voor vrouwen wereldwijd! 🌷 🌍
Wil je weten hoe we werken aan gendergelijkheid? Lees het artikel nu 📖
Froukje Gaasterland retweeted
The inspiring #SheLeads youth advocates, Semeria from Ethiopia🇪🇹 and Aline from Lebanon🇱🇧, shared their perspectives with @pd_hof & @BurbachKaren at #CSW68. Their voices highlight the crucial importance of including young women in the decision-making process about their future!📢
ALT 📸: Joel Sheakoski
ALT 📸: Joel Sheakoski
ALT 📸: Joel Sheakoski
ALT 📸: Joel Sheakoski