This week on Womanity – Women in Unity, Dr. Amaleya Goneos-Malka talks to High Court Judge Thoba Poyo-Dlwati – from the KwaZulu Natal division of the High Court. Judge Poyo-Dlwati shares key landmarks in her career and her involvement with various legal associations that aim to increase the representation of women and their advancement in justice institutions. We also discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on transforming ways of working in the legal system. In light of national women’s month this year, which is celebrated under the theme, “Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights for an Equal Future” Judge Poyo-Dlwati reflects on some of the recent equality gains women have attained and considers what needs to be done to accelerate equality for women.  Judge Poyo-Dlwati considers how, “women can have it all”, with the relevant support structures and equitable distribution of family responsibilities between parents. Tune in for more….

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