It has been 100 years since the first woman was admitted as an advocate in South Africa. Her name was Irene Geffen. Back in 1923, opportunities were limited for women and in most instances, they were expected to serve men. Society expected women to be at home -
charged with household chores and raising children. However, the tireless struggles of women like Adv Geffen, Helen Joseph, Bertha Gxowa (Mashaba), Charlotte Maxeke, Adelaide Tambo, and Winnie Mandela have changed the course of South African women.
Today we can boast that we have one of the most progressive constitutions in the world - one that protects the rights of women and children. Furthermore, safeguards have been put in place. For example, no one can be discriminated against based on sex, gender, religion, race or ethnicity. Yet, with such a progressive Constitution, women are still the poorest of the poor and are most likely victims of gender-based and sexual violence.
In August 2023, the DVC: Academic and ZoneLearning will launch a ten-part podcast series celebrating 100 years of women in law. The series will cover a range of women in the legal profession. The podcast explores the highs and lows of remarkable women. They share their insights and reflections on the next 100 years of women.
Time: 15h00
Venue: ZoneLearning in the Student Centre
Please RSVP here for the event
RSVP HERE
charged with household chores and raising children. However, the tireless struggles of women like Adv Geffen, Helen Joseph, Bertha Gxowa (Mashaba), Charlotte Maxeke, Adelaide Tambo, and Winnie Mandela have changed the course of South African women.
Today we can boast that we have one of the most progressive constitutions in the world - one that protects the rights of women and children. Furthermore, safeguards have been put in place. For example, no one can be discriminated against based on sex, gender, religion, race or ethnicity. Yet, with such a progressive Constitution, women are still the poorest of the poor and are most likely victims of gender-based and sexual violence.
In August 2023, the DVC: Academic and ZoneLearning will launch a ten-part podcast series celebrating 100 years of women in law. The series will cover a range of women in the legal profession. The podcast explores the highs and lows of remarkable women. They share their insights and reflections on the next 100 years of women.
PODCAST LAUNCH DETAILS
Date: Wednesday, 2 August 2023Time: 15h00
Venue: ZoneLearning in the Student Centre
Please RSVP here for the event
RSVP HERE
