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Rabat, 21th June 2025
Empowering Women Leaders Through Political Communication Excellence
In a significant effort to bridge the gender gap in governance across the Middle East and North Africa, INLW Morocco, in collaboration with the WoMena initiative (an AHLN project), will convene a specialized workshop on political communication in Rabat on June 21, 2025. This training is specifically tailored for twenty women affiliated with the Al Hurrya Network who are seeking to strengthen their influence and leadership within the political sphere. Supported by partner SILC, the event aims to provide participants with the practical tools and strategic insights necessary to navigate a challenging regional landscape.
The initiative addresses a critical need, as female political participation in the MENA region continues to face entrenched social, cultural, and legal barriers. Despite recent progress through quotas and affirmative action measures in certain countries, women remain largely underrepresented in senior decision-making roles due to patriarchal norms and traditional gender expectations. Furthermore, many nations still lack the comprehensive legal frameworks required to ensure true gender equality, with some maintaining constitutional obstacles that hinder women’s engagement in public life.
Organizers believe that mastering political communication is essential for overcoming these hurdles, as it facilitates transparent dialogue, builds public trust, and establishes the strong networks needed for systemic change. By combining effective communication strategies with professional development, the workshop seeks to create an environment where women can successfully assume leadership roles and reshape the regional political narrative. The program will be held at the NJ Hotel, located at 63 Avenue Moulay Youssef in Rabat.
Throughout the session, participants will engage in intensive training focused on public speaking, personal branding, and the development of digital and social media strategies. A key component of the workshop involves mentorship from experienced leaders, designed to guide emerging politicians in adapting their messages for diverse audiences. By the conclusion of the event, attendees are expected to have cultivated the skills and platforms necessary to sustain their own leadership brands and contribute to the growth of the WoMena network.
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At the start of the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women our president Khadija Oum Bachair El Morabit was present at the start. The members of the board were all able to get into the GM during sometime in the morning. (Maria Eldering, Ruth Richardson, Lysbeth van Valkenburg, Khadija Oum Bachair El Morabit, Margaret de Vos van Steenwijk, Josephine Wu Vuylsteke, Judith Pallarés, Raeda Haida).
The main focus of the sixty-ninth session was on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly.
H.E. Mr. Abdulaziz M. Alwasil (Saudi Arabia), Chair, had a warm welcome to all participants.
It was followed by the welcoming speech of Secretary-General, António Guterres.
Remarks of the UN Secretary-General at the opening of the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women
“We gather as the world marks thirty years since countries convened in Beijing…
Reaffirmed women’s rights as human rights…
And promised “Equality, development and peace for all women, everywhere”.
Of course, we always knew that would never happen overnight – or even over years.
But three decades on, that promise feels more distant than we might ever have imagined.
Women’s rights are under siege. The poison of patriarchy is back – and it is back with a vengeance:
Slamming the brakes on action; tearing-up progress; and mutating into new and dangerous forms. But there is an antidote. That antidote is action.
Now is the time for those of us who care about equality for women and girls to stand up and to speak out. Now is the time for the world to accelerate progress and deliver on the promise of Beijing.
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As the president of the INLW – International Network of Liberal Women- INLW, I (Khadija Oum Morabit) was so delighted to chair a successful INLW General Meeting at the National Liberal Club in #London, with amazing plans and projects for #humanrights, #gender_equality, and #women and #youth political participation.
Honored to approve Mrs. Irina von Wiese, Liberal Democrats former Member of European Parliament, elected Council of Southwark as INLW new #Vice_President for #Europe and Mrs. Judith Pallares, former Minister at the #Andora Government and Leader of #ACCIO political party in Andora as INLW new #Treasurer succeeding Mrs. Lysbeth van Valkenburg-Lely whom we thank so much for the great 9 years of commitment and dedication to this role.
I am also so excited to announce officially our new INLW #youth #Section chaired by Ms. Leslie Templeton, from Young #Democrats of America.
I wish all new board members a very best of success in their new positions . I would like also to thank our board members and members connecting virtually even with different time zones, we appreciate it!
Furthermore, INLW will be well represented at the #UNCSW69 in New York 10-21 March 2025 by more than 20 participants from all around the #world, and as always we are also looking forward to seeing you at #INLW – #APLW side event on March 19th, 2nd FL, New York, US .
Last but not least, I would like to express my gratitude to Mr. Phillip Bennion Vice President of Liberal International and Lib Dems former Member of European Parliament – MEP for his participation and dedication to Gender Equality, in addition to the insightful discussion and fruitful collaboration, simultaneously to Mr Danker van Valkenburg for his contribution and continued support.
Dinner with the International Network of Liberal Women tonight. They held their AGM in London today, but I (Philip Bennion) was unable to join them until this evening. Convivial evening here at the NLC.
This year LI chose to go to South America to hold their congress. They were delighted afterwards that it was a successful 64th Congress, held in Santiago, Chile. This historic congress, LI’s first-ever in South America, brought together over 200 dedicated leaders and delegates representing 50 member parties from across the globe, united by the mission to champion liberty, democracy, and justice. As economic uncertainties grow and political polarization deepens, the world looks to responsible, progressive leadership to foster open societies, protect human rights, and ensure prosperity through fair governance.
Our board members who were present Judith Pallares, Josephine Wu Vuylsteke and Lysbeth van Valkenburg-Lely had the honor of attending this Liberal International 64th Congress from November 29 – December 1, under the inspiring theme of “Uniting Liberals to Reunite Democracies”. This event brought together influential leaders and advocates from around the world to discuss the future of democracy and the role of liberal values in shaping a more inclusive and equitable political landscape.
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Chers Famille, Amis, Collègues de “Mère Kaba Fofana” et Communauté libérale de Côte d’Ivoire,
C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous faisons nos adieux à notre chère amie, notre collègue estimée et bien-aimée Madame Kaba Yaya Fofana Fanta. Sa disparition laisse un vide immense qui sera ressenti par tous ceux et celles qui ont eu la chance de la connaître et qui ont été touchés par son engagement indéfectible en faveur des droits des femmes et de l’inclusion. En ces moments difficiles nous, le Bureau Exécutif du Réseau International des Femmes Libérales (INLW), vous adressons nos sincères condoléances et partageons votre peine.
Madame Kaba Yaya Fofana Fanta n’était pas seulement une militante distinguée, elle était une figure emblématique dans le domaine des droits des femmes et de plaidoyer pour les valeurs libérales. Son engagement indéfectible pour la promotion et les droits des femmes et des filles a été un phare d’espoir pour beaucoup, et son courage remarquable et son dévouement ont laissé une empreinte indélébile tant sur la scène nationale qu’internationale. Pendant des années, son leadership en tant que Vice-Présidente du Réseau International des Femmes Libérales (INLW) a été marqué par ses discours passionnés et son détermination inflexible pour la justice et l’égalité, que ce soit lors des événements de la CSW- la Commission de la Condition de la Femme à l’ONU à New York ou lors des réunions et événements du Liberal International en Afrique en Côte d’Ivoire et au Sénégal ou dans d’autres pays du monde. Même lorsqu’elle a quitté la vice-présidence pour siéger en tant que membre sage de la Commission Consultative de l’INLW, son influence est restée profonde.
The 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67) was held from March 6-17 2023 at the United Nations headquarters in New York City.
There were several members present during the CSW.
At the end of the first week we also held our postponed General Meeting. At this meeting our vice-president Maysing Yang ended her board membership and was appointed in our Consultative Committee.
