The roundtable “16 Days of Activism for the Elimination of Violence Against Women” was a significant event that addressed gender-based violence, focusing on Doroteia Chipande Sumbana’s book “Deaf Therapy.” Held during the 16 days of activism, the event brought together prominent figures, including:
Professor Dr. Jorge Ferrão – Magnificent Rector of the Pedagogical University
Doroteia Chipande Sumbana – Author of the book
Dr. Adija Chitara – Director and Board Member of Nedbank-Mozambique
Dr. Ernesto Macuácua – Founding Member and Head of Gender, Governance, and Ethics of the SPROWT Foundation
The discussion included one hour of open interviews, followed by 30 minutes of audience questions. The event expanded the conversation on the impacts of gender-based violence, explored new educational and social approaches, and promoted awareness and social responsibility in combating this issue.
2nd Roundtable - The Role of Women in Science and Development
The roundtable “The Role of Women in Science and Development” was an important event organized by the PIONEER Leadership Network for Women in Africa, a SPROWT Foundation initiative, in partnership with Nedbank. The event aimed to promote gender equality in the scientific sphere and highlight the contributions of Mozambican women in science, celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Held at the Business Lounge of Nedbank, the event featured prominent figures, including:
Mário Forjaz Secca – PhD in Biophysics
Esperança Sevene – PhD in Clinical Pharmacology, Senior Researcher at the Manhiça Health Research Center, and President of the National Bioethics Committee for Health
Flora Agostinho Mabota da Costa – Professor, PhD, and Specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics
Sheila Salle – Lecturer and Specialist in Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry
The discussion included a sharing of the panelists’ backgrounds, their careers in science, and their impact and contributions to Mozambique and beyond. The audience comprised academics, organizations and companies interested in science, students, and the general public.