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A note to viewers: Please know in advance that some of these stories are quite serious in nature. We have done our best to offer a brief summary of each story, so that you can decide what you are prepared to watch or share. We hope that as you view them, you will remember that the stories do not define "who the storytellers are" but reflect points of view that they chose to explore in a digital storytelling workshop setting. Our stories evolve and change just as we do, as we move through our lives.
Traditional leaders
What are Traditional Leaders and representatives of municipal government support doing to push for gender equality, prevent violence against women and children, and address HIV and AIDS?
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Inkosi Mbangiseni Emmanuel Dlomo
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Inkosi Mncedisi Veco
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Inkosi Mzwamandla Njikelana
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Inkosi Zitha Lethukuthula Zondi
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Langelihle Jili
Young people speak out
What are youth seeing and experiencing, when it comes to gender and health issues, and how can they set an example for other young people?
Fatherhood
What does fatherhood mean? What difficulties do South African men face, in their roles as fathers? How do young and adult men view the responsibilities of parenting?
Legacies of violence
How do violence and betrayal leave a lasting impact? What does healing look like, and how can justice be served?
Living with HIV and AIDS
What leadership are people affected by the virus taking to condemn stigma, promote men’s involvement in testing and treatment, and educate their peers about prevention?
Gender and human rights
When do gender, nationality, or sexual orientation lead to vulnerability? How can xenophobia, homophobia, and misogyny be challenged?
Taking Action
How are men and women in Southern Africa defying stigma, stereotypes, and silence by speaking out about violence, HIV and AIDS, children’s rights, and other issues?
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