RESOURCES

Discover the robust archive of resources chronicling the history, work, and impact of the Young Feminist Movement. This centralized repository offers an expansive collection of reports, articles, videos, and multimedia that collectively tell the story of our organization’s evolution and the broader feminist activism unfolding in Namibia and across Africa.

Browse our library of academic articles, op-eds, and analytical pieces authored by our members, providing in-depth examinations of the social contexts, and systemic issues at the heart of our intersectional feminist praxis.

ARTICLES

Delve into our collection of articles exploring the theoretical frameworks, social contexts, and systemic issues at the heart of the young feminist movement. From in-depth examinations of intersectionality and feminist praxis to analyses of women’s health rights and gender-based violence, this section offers a wealth of activist perspectives that deepen our understanding of the multifaceted struggle for gender justice. Browse our archive to discover insights from leading academics, policymakers, and grassroots organizers committed to advancing transformative change.

Articles

Strut like a slut!

Strut like a slut! By Paulina Ndafonghoshi So there we were, walking down Independence Avenue, singing, chanting and holding up protests signs that read “it’s a dress not a yes”, “no means no”, “if she was asking for it, why couldn’t you”, just to name

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Abuse by coercion

Abuse by coercion Vimbainashe Clara Makanza YFEM Team Often times when the subject of sexual abuse comes up, the narrative of a physically forceful abuser comes up, or use of other elements to incapacitate the victim apart from physical force such as drugs or intense

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Black tax and Home Sickness

Black Tax and Entitlement Vimbainashe Clara Makanza YFEM Team Black tax and entitlement Applies more to those who have dependants and those who are expected to later provide for their families Choose Your Battles Pick certain things that you are willing to support. For example,

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Adopt healthy self –care habits

Adopting healthy self–care habits Vimbainashe Clara Makanza YFEM Team i) Pay attention to your physical health Regular exercise Getting 8 hours of sleep Try to maintain a healthy diet (don’t starve yourself, just make sure that you try to eat nutritious food) Being hygienic Releases

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MYTHS VS FACT: ABORTION

Myths vs Fact: Abortion Vimbainashe Clara Makanza YFEM Team Myths Anti-abortion activists claim that having an abortion increases the risk of developing breast cancer and endangers future childbearing. They claim that women who have abortions without complications are more likely to have difficulty conceiving or

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How to Structure a Concept Note

How to Structure a Concept Note Title Start the concept note with a title. The header section would include information submitted along with the date of submission. It is important to keep in mind that the title should be short; however, it should be such that

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Positive impact of liberal abortion access

Positive impact of liberal abortion access Vimbainashe Clara Makanza YFEM Team It has become increasingly necessary to explore the topic of abortion. As a matter of human rights, it is absolutely imperative that we discuss the economic benefits liberal abortion access may allow according to

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Gaining power through self-love

Gaining power through self-love By Aletta Moses I am Aletta Moses a student at Namibia University of Science and Technology studying computer science majoring in system Administration and am currently doing my internship program at Young Feminists Movement Namibia. I have been with this organisation

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REPORTS

Delve into the rigorous research, insightful analyses, and documented learnings that emerge from the Young Feminist Movement: Y-Fem Namibia through our comprehensive Reports archive. This repository offers a rich trove of in-depth publications chronicling the organization’s evolving campaigns, programs, and measured impacts over time.