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Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus (SLFPC)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t1. What is the Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus?<\/strong><\/span><\/div>

The Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus (SLFPC) is a cross-party platform comprising all women Members of Parliament in Sierra Leone. It works collectively to promote gender equality, women\u2019s empowerment, and gender-responsive legislation and oversight.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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The Caucus was established to strengthen women\u2019s collective voice in Parliament and to advance women\u2019s rights, leadership, and representation in governance.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Membership consists of all elected and appointed women Members of Parliament in Sierra Leone, regardless of political party affiliation.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t4. What is the mandate of the SLFPC?<\/strong><\/span><\/div>

The Caucus\u2019 mandate is to:
Advocate for gender equality and women\u2019s rights
Promote gender-responsive legislation and policies
Strengthen women\u2019s leadership and participation in governance
Support oversight on issues affecting women, girls, and vulnerable groups<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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No. The SLFPC is a non-partisan<\/strong> body. Members work together across party lines on issues of common interest affecting women and national development.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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The Caucus aims to:
Increase women\u2019s influence in parliamentary processes
Promote laws and policies that protect women and girls
Build the capacity of women MPs
Engage stakeholders on gender equality and social justice<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Activities include:
Policy advocacy and legislative engagement
Capacity-building workshops and trainings
Community outreach and public sensitisation
Engagement with civil society, ministries, and development partners
International and regional parliamentary networking<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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The Caucus reviews Bills, proposes amendments, sponsors gender-responsive legislation, and advocates for laws that promote women\u2019s rights, equality, and protection.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Yes. The SLFPC collaborates with civil society organisations, women\u2019s groups, traditional leaders, youth organisations, and development partners to advance shared goals.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Interested organisations may contact the Caucus Secretariat through the Contact Us page to discuss partnerships, technical support, advocacy initiatives, or joint programmes.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Yes. Members regularly engage communities to raise awareness on women\u2019s rights, governance, and national development issues, and to gather feedback from citizens.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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The Caucus is supported through parliamentary allocations, development partner support, and project-based funding in line with accountability and transparency standards.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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The Caucus is led by an elected Executive Committee, headed by a President, supported by other officers in accordance with its constitution or standing rules.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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The Caucus meets regularly through plenary sessions, executive meetings, and committee engagements as required by its work programme.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Members of the public can reach the Caucus through:
The Contact Us page on the website
Official email and phone contacts
Social media platforms<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Updates, press releases, statements, and publications are available on the Caucus website and official social media platforms.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Yes. The Caucus actively supports mentorship, advocacy, and policies that promote girls\u2019 education, youth leadership, and women\u2019s political participation.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Yes. The SLFPC participates in regional and international parliamentary forums on gender equality, democracy, and inclusive governance.
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