In a significant move to promote women’s empowerment and address gender-based violence (GBV) in Egypt, Microjustice Egypt has entered into a formal partnership with Nawara, an organization committed to providing safe spaces and educational opportunities for women and girls. This partnership marks a critical milestone in the fight for gender equality, focusing on the Red Sea governorate with an emphasis on Quseir City. Nawara: A Beacon for Women’s Empowerment Nawara is an organization committed to ending violence against women through innovative, community-centered approaches. Its work is centered on creating safe spaces for recovery and rehabilitation while offering inclusive and interactive education programs

On December 22, 2024, a landmark moment unfolded at the Egyptian Women’s Legal Foundation (CEWLA) premises as Microjustice Egypt and CEWLA joined forces by signing a pivotal cooperation protocol. This agreement underscores their shared vision of promoting legal empowerment, social justice, and human rights, particularly for vulnerable communities in Egypt. The Journey Leading to the Protocol CEWLA, established in 1995, has been a cornerstone in advocating for Egyptian women’s legal rights. Through initiatives like the Egyptian Women’s Legal Centre, CEWLA actively raises awareness about legal protections, challenges discriminatory laws, and offers direct support to local communities​. Microjustice Egypt brings to the table

The EmpowerHer Project in Egypt, generously supported by the Slovenian Embassy in Cairo, has marked a significant step forward in addressing the challenges faced by rural women in Egypt. Through targeted interventions, the project has empowered women with knowledge of their labor and environmental rights, while fostering awareness and advocacy to promote equitable and safe working conditions. Comprehensive Mapping of Critical Rural Areas Where Women are Discriminated Against, Marginalized, and Exposed to Hazardous Work The foundation of the project was a thorough mapping of rural areas where women face discrimination, marginalization, and hazardous working conditions. Through extensive research and collaboration with environmental,

The "Empower Her" project in Egypt, implemented in collaboration with and under the patronage of the Slovenian Embassy in Cairo, aims to bridge the gap between gender equality and environmental sustainability through integrated legal solutions for rural women’s rights. The project seeks to empower women in rural communities by addressing legal challenges, promoting legal awareness through outreach campaigns, and providing affordable legal access. Additionally, it aims to enhance sustainable environmental practices, improve health conditions, and reduce pollution.   Study Focus The study involved a comprehensive analysis of the situation, examining Egypt's legal and environmental frameworks, particularly in the Delta region. The aim was

The project "Empowering Women in Egypt: Bridging the Gap Between Gender Equality and Environmental Sustainability through Integrated Legal Solutions for Rural Women's Rights" aims to empower women in rural communities by addressing legal challenges, promoting legal awareness through awareness campaigns, and providing accessible and affordable legal assistance. Additionally, the project seeks to promote sustainable environmental practices, improve health conditions, and reduce pollution.   Study Focus   The study focused on a comprehensive analysis of the situation, examining Egypt's legal and environmental frameworks, particularly in the Delta region. The goal was to identify gender gaps and propose solutions to enhance inclusivity. A participatory and evidence-based

The "Empower Her" project in Egypt, implemented in collaboration with and under the patronage of the Slovenian Embassy in Cairo, aims to bridge the gap between gender equality and environmental sustainability through integrated legal solutions for rural women’s rights. The project seeks to empower women in rural communities by addressing legal challenges, promoting legal awareness through outreach campaigns, and providing affordable legal access. Additionally, it aims to enhance sustainable environmental practices, improve health conditions, and reduce pollution. Overview of the Study The study focused on a comprehensive analysis of the situation, examining Egypt's legal and environmental frameworks, particularly in the Delta region.

The "Empower Her" project in Egypt, implemented in collaboration with and under the patronage of the Slovenian Embassy in Cairo, aims to bridge the gap between gender equality and environmental sustainability through integrated legal solutions for rural women’s rights. The project seeks to empower women in rural communities by addressing legal challenges, promoting legal awareness through outreach campaigns, and providing affordable legal access. Additionally, it aims to enhance sustainable environmental practices, improve health conditions, and reduce pollution.   Social and Cultural Considerations: Cultural considerations significantly impact key factors in the agricultural sector, including land ownership, duration of work, and management capacity. Women face

We are thrilled to announce the completion and publication of our groundbreaking report: “Empower Her Egypt: Mapping Rural Areas of Women’s Discrimination and Hazardous Work.” This detailed study sheds light on critical rural regions in Egypt—Qalyubia, Sharqia, Beheira, Dakahlia, and Kafr El-Sheikh—where women face significant challenges, including discrimination, marginalization, and exposure to hazardous work. About the Report The report was developed as part of the “Empower Her Egypt” project, a collaborative initiative between Microjustice Egypt and the Slovenian Embassy in Cairo, supported by the Slovenian Development Fund. Using the innovative Microjustice Barometer methodology, the study highlights: • Gender gaps in legal, social, and

Injustice isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s the silence that follows marginalized voices as they struggle to access basic legal rights. Around the world, millions of people—especially those from vulnerable communities—face systemic barriers in securing justice, a concept that should be universally accessible but is often tangled in bureaucracy, poverty, and inequity. This phenomenon is referred to as the "justice gap," and its impact is profound. In response to this challenge, Microjustice is offering innovative solutions to provide sustainable legal empowerment.   This article dives into the justice gap’s complexities, explores how it affects marginalized populations, and highlights how Microjustice initiatives, including the

The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG 16) focuses on promoting peaceful, just, and inclusive societies. Within this framework, achieving universal access to justice is a fundamental pillar. One innovative approach that supports this mission is the Model of Microjustice, as implemented through the Legal Rights Protection Program. This model not only addresses immediate legal needs but also provides long-term solutions that empower marginalized individuals and communities. In this blog, we will explore how Microjustice's tools foresee and structurally align with the three sub-goals of SDG 16.   Overview of SDG 16 and Its Sub-Goals   SDG 16 focuses on building societies grounded