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In the NewsAlthough great strides have been made all over the world to bridge the gender divide and important steps are being taken to address gender issues, women in many parts of the world are still oppressed and subjugated. More and continuous efforts are still required to address gender based problems, especially in societies where they are brought about by traditions and ignorance.
In this area the young but dedicated Tanzania Women for Self Initiative (TAWSEI) deserves praise for helping to clarify misconceptions regarding matrimonial issues for the benefit of women, especially widows and orphans.
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The Foundation for Civil Society successfully hosted the Annual Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) Exhibition and Forum from 25th to 28th November. About 100 organisations representing all regions of Tanzania (Mainland and Zanzibar) participated in the exhibition. These organisations work in different thematic areas including human rights, education, good governance, HIV/AIDS, gender, supporting children and people with disabilities, environmental and policy advocacy.
The exhibition took place at the famous Mnazi Mmoja grounds which gave easy access to people to visit the booths. The participants and the public highly appreciated the easy access to the exhibition. The Exhibition e..
 In 2006, the Foundation for Civil Society under its thematic area of Policy supported TWESA to implement a project revolving around National Water Policy in Kibondo district.
The project focussed on the implementation of the National Water Policy, with regard to the rights and responsibilities of water users in Kitahana, Rusohoko, and Kisogwe villages in Kibondo district.
After the implementation of the project members of those villages have a good understanding of the policy and its related laws. They have also made significant progress in the management of..
.pdf) Finalist - Drivers of Change Civil Society Award:
The Foundation for Civil Society..
The Foundation for Civil Society is hosting the Civil Society Week from 25th November to 28th November 2008. The Foundation is also celebrating five years of building capacity of Civil Society in Tanzania. The week will see a number of interesting acitvities and festivities.
Be a part of the celebrations! Come and join us for the
Civil Society Exhibitions at Mnazi Moja grounds from 25 - 28 November 2008
Civil Scoiety Annual Forum at Blue Pearl Hotel, Ubungo Plaza from 26 - 27 November 2008
Civil Society Excellence Award, Night Gala (invited guests only) on 28th November 2008 at Blue Pearl Hotel Ubungo Plaza
Watch this space for more details..
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