非洲司法中的女性：对14个国家女法官的比较研究（英）2024
AI智能总结Women in Justice in Africa: A Comparative Study of Women Judges in 14 Countries
Acknowledgements
The study is part of the UNDP and UN Women Gender Justice Platform, funded by the Governments of The Netherlands and Germany. It was conducted by Lucianna Thuo and J. Jarpa Dawuni from August 2021 to November 2021. The research was coordinated by Revai Makanje Aalbaek, Lorena Mellado, and Hariwa Negisa Adil from UNDP, and edited by Eva Allen. Special thanks go to all contributors, including UNDP colleagues, UN Women colleagues, and judicial representatives from various African countries.
Key Findings
- Historical Significance: Africa now has the world's largest number of women heading constitutional courts and acting as chief justices.
- Impact: Women judges are influencing feminist jurisprudence in matrimonial property and inheritance disputes. They ensure that sexual and gender-based violence is central in international criminal tribunals.
- Positive Impact: Women judges' effective representation increases trust in the justice system, particularly among marginalized groups.
Challenges
- Underrepresentation: Despite progress, very few women reach the top levels of the judiciary.
- Challenges: Women judges face harassment, intimidation, and breaches of privacy.
- Barriers: Gender stereotypes, legal and religious restrictions, and lack of equitable access to education and opportunities.
Recommendations
- Political Will and Proactive Leadership: Accelerating progress requires strong political will and proactive leadership within judiciaries.
- Equitable Representation: Ensuring that the judiciary reflects the population in terms of gender, race, and socioeconomic status is crucial for people-centered justice.
Conclusion
The study highlights the significant contributions of women judges in Africa and underscores the need for targeted interventions to address the barriers to their full participation. By fostering an inclusive and equitable judiciary, Africa can move closer to achieving gender equality and sustainable development.
Additional Information
- Equal Representation: Equal representation in the judiciary ensures that courts adequately reflect society and deliver fair judgments.
- Targeted Research: Targeted research can help identify barriers and good practices to advance women in justice systems.
- Collaboration: The Gender Justice Platform, a joint initiative between UN Women and UNDP, aims to bridge the gender justice gap and empower women.
The study emphasizes the critical role of women in the justice sector, highlighting both their achievements and the challenges they face.
