Online Conference: Migrant Women Stand Up to Covid-19
On 12th May 2020, AkiDwA organised an online conference for members to explore the challenges, supports and resilience that are becoming evident during the Covid-19 crisis. The Migrant Women Stand Up to Covid-19 conference provided a platform where migrant women could receive information and support. The conference also gave the women an opportunity to share their experiences, fears, strength and concerns and more importantly coping mechanisms. The discussions focused on five key major areas which are at greater risk due to lock down, these key main areas are: 1) Mental Health, 2) Reproductive Health, 3) Economic and Social Impact, 4) Family and Children, 5) Domestic Violence
The event’s speakers include:
Ravind Jeawan, CEO, Talk Therapy Dublin
Rosemary Kunene, CEO, Dignity Partnership
Adeline Ogunnowo – CEO, Breakforth
Sarah Benson, CEO, Women’s Aid
Anita Ghafoor-Butt, Communication Manager, HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme
Naomi Mashetti – Manager, Cork Migrant Centre
Caroline Munyi – Migrant Women’s Health Coordinator, AkiDwA
Riyad El-Moslemany – Policy Officer, Crosscare Migrant Project
Moderator: Salome Mbugua – AkiDwA
Further Resources:
Minding Your Wellbeing during Uncertain Times – Resource Document
Domestic & Gender-Based Violence Resources Document of advice, supports and services
How to respond effectively to the Corona crisis – FACE COVID – ACT Guidelines
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