Pourquoi les femmes vivent des conditions particulièrement difficiles dans les prisons sénégalaises
La version originale originale de cet article a été publiée sur NPR Par Ricci Shryock La première fois qu’elle est entrée dans la prison, elle a eu l’impression qu’elle allait s’évanouir. […]
The Light of Soudiane
SOUDIANE, SENEGAL — In this village in central Senegal, where the sun beats down on thatched roofs with relentless intensity, night is no longer synonymous with darkness. Since 2010, solar […]
Tostan Addresses Menstrual Health Insecurity in Women’s Prisons
The detention conditions of women reveal specific challenges that remain underaddressed, particularly regarding menstrual hygiene and health.
Tostan Launches the Cheikh Anta Diop Fellowship for Youth Leaders in Senegal
Tostan has launched the Cheikh Anta Diop Fellowship for Community Empowering Education, a six-month program designed to strengthen community engagement approaches led by youth organizations in Senegal. The fellowship targets […]
How Communities in Mali Are Reclaiming Peace
Dioila and Barouéli, Mali — Across Mali’s Dioila and Barouéli regions, community leaders, women, youth, and health workers are demonstrating how local knowledge, collective action, and Tostan’s educational approach combine […]
“Démb, Tey ak Ëllëg”— When Community Wisdom Transcends Generations
Thiès, Senegal —On November 10, 2025, the Tostan Training Center in Thiès hosted the Day of Memory and Transmission “Démb, Tey ak Ëllëg” a phrase in Wolof meaning “Yesterday, Today and […]
Digital violence in rural areas prompts cross-border action
On Tuesday, the Tostan Training Center hosted a mini panel under the ACT Project, funded by the European Commission and UN Women. Community leaders, women’s rights advocates, digital safety specialists, […]
Start With Community: The First Mile Of Sustainable Development
When I stepped into the role of CEO at Tostan, I did not come in with the illusion that I already understood its unique approach. On the contrary, both our […]
16 Days of Activism: Young Women in Rural Areas Particularly Exposed to Online Violence
Tostan highlights a reality that remains largely overlooked: online violence also affects rural communities, where prevention and support mechanisms are still poorly adapted to local realities.
Tostan and UNFPA Advance Digital Inclusion for Youth in Guinea-Bissau
Tostan and UNFPA launch a new partnership in Bafatá, Guinea-Bissau, expanding digital learning and leadership opportunities for rural youth.