This week on Womanity – Women in Unity, Dr. Amaleya Goneos-Malka talks to Angel Khanyile from the Democratic Alliance, who is a member of parliament and serving on the portfolio committee of Home Affairs. We discuss some of the platforms in parliament that aim to progress women’s agendas, such as the multiparty women’s caucus and annual women’s parliament event, which included a 25 year review of the Women’s Charter for effective equality. We consider gender-based violence, patriarchy and pay disparity as key concerns that perpetuate inequality for women, and urge women to speak up about any injustices they experience, so that appropriate action can be taken. Ms Khanyile demonstrates that through hard work, perseverance, appropriate planning and action it is possible for people to transform their lives for the better. Tune in for more…

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