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The Embassy also pursued more targeted outreach for government policymakers. Under the IVP, an outspoken female politician accompanied local ruling party officials on a conflict resolution study tour. The Embassy honors Martin Luther King by naming a "Drum Major for Justice" laureate each year. The prestigious award receives widespread publicity and attracts senior level government attendance. In 2005, Gertrude Mongella, president of the Pan-African Parliament, received the award for her pioneering work supporting woman rights. ... [Read More]
Africa
One of the embassy’s most effective tools for highlighting human rights practices has been its annual observance of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. In addition to focusing on U.S. efforts to protect human rights at home and by extension providing a model for Tanzania, the observance includes the naming of a "Drum Major for Justice" laureate each year. The prestigious award receives widespread publicity. In 2004, Ms. Justa Mwaituka, Director of the Kiota Women's Health and Development Organization (KIWOHEDE) received the award for her anti-trafficking work with vulnerable rural young women unprepared for city life. KIWOHEDE was a recipient of a Democracy and Human Rights Fund (DHRF) grant to build 16 drop-in shelters for abused and trafficked girls. ... [Read More]
The U.S. Government’s International Anti-Trafficking Programs Fiscal Year 2003
Recipient: International Rescue Committee, Center for Victims of Torture, and Search for Common Ground/Talking Drum Studio ... [Read More]
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