{"id":2033,"date":"2026-01-16T09:51:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T09:51:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parliament.gov.sl\/slefpac\/?page_id=2033"},"modified":"2026-01-19T12:54:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T12:54:59","slug":"alignment-to-sdgs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/parliament.gov.sl\/slefpac\/alignment-to-sdgs\/","title":{"rendered":"Alignment to SDG&#8217;s"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>SLEFPAC SGBV AND CHILD RIGHTS MECHANISM ALIGNMENT TO SDGs, CEDAW, CRC AND AU FRAMEWORKS\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alignment of the Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus mechanisms, processes and procedures with international and regional normative frameworks \u2014 SDGs, CEDAW, CRC, and AU frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. ALIGNMENT WITH THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGs)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 5: Gender Equality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Targets:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>5.1<\/strong> End discrimination against women and girls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5.2<\/strong> Eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5.3<\/strong> Eliminate harmful practices (child marriage, FGM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5.5<\/strong> Ensure women\u2019s full participation in leadership<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sponsorship and advocacy for <strong>Child Marriage Prohibition laws<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oversight of the <strong>Sexual Offences Act<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lobbying for <strong>Gender Equality and Women\u2019s Empowerment legislation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promotion of women\u2019s leadership and representation in Parliament<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Strengthens legal, political and institutional protection against SGBV and harmful practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Targets:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>16.1<\/strong> Reduce violence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>16.3<\/strong> Promote rule of law and access to justice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>16.6<\/strong> Develop accountable institutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parliamentary oversight of justice institutions handling SGBV cases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engagement with police, judiciary and ministries on enforcement gaps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motions and resolutions reinforcing accountability for child abuse cases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Improves institutional response, justice delivery and trust in state protection systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Targets:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>10.2<\/strong> Promote social inclusion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>10.3<\/strong> Eliminate discriminatory practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advocacy for inclusive laws protecting <strong>children with disabilities<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promotion of non-discrimination in child protection and SGBV responses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engagement with disability rights organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Ensures vulnerable children and women are not excluded from protection frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. ALIGNMENT WITH CEDAW (Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CEDAW Articles 1, 2 &amp; 5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Obligations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eliminate discrimination against women<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Modify social and cultural practices that perpetuate inequality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legislative advocacy against child marriage and sexual violence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parliamentary debates challenging harmful norms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community sensitization by female MPs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>CEDAW Compliance:<\/em> Addresses both <strong>legal discrimination<\/strong> and <strong>social norms<\/strong> sustaining SGBV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CEDAW Article 7 &amp; 8<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Obligations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure women\u2019s participation in political and public life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cross-party female caucus strengthens women\u2019s collective voice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mentorship and leadership initiatives for women and girls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocacy for gender-responsive parliamentary procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>CEDAW Compliance:<\/em> Enhances women\u2019s political participation and influence over national policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CEDAW General Recommendation No. 19 &amp; 35 (GBV)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Obligations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recognize gender-based violence as discrimination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure prevention, protection, prosecution and redress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Oversight of Sexual Offences Act implementation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parliamentary engagement with survivor-support institutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calls for budgetary allocations for SGBV response services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>CEDAW Compliance:<\/em> Strengthens state accountability for GBV prevention and response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. ALIGNMENT WITH CRC (Convention on the Rights of the Child)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CRC Article 3: Best Interests of the Child<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legislative prioritization of child protection laws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocacy framing child rights as national obligations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Child welfare placed at the centre of legislative decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CRC Article 19: Protection from Abuse and Violence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monitoring enforcement of laws protecting children from sexual abuse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engagement with police Family Support Units and child welfare agencies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Strengthened legislative oversight over child protection systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CRC Article 24 &amp; 34<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Obligations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Protect children from harmful practices and sexual exploitation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advocacy against child marriage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legislative scrutiny of cultural practices harming children<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engagement with communities on prevention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Aligns national law reform with international child protection standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CRC Article 12: Child Participation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Engagement with CSOs and child advocates who represent children\u2019s voices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inclusion of child-centered evidence in parliamentary debates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Ensures children\u2019s experiences inform policymaking indirectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. ALIGNMENT WITH AFRICAN UNION (AU) FRAMEWORKS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maputo Protocol (Protocol on the Rights of Women in Africa)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Article 4:<\/strong> Right to life, integrity and security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Article 5:<\/strong> Elimination of harmful practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Article 8:<\/strong> Access to justice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legislative action against SGBV and harmful practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oversight of justice delivery for survivors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocacy for survivor-centered legal reforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>AU Compliance:<\/em> Advances women\u2019s bodily autonomy and access to justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Article 16:<\/strong> Protection against abuse and torture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Article 21:<\/strong> Protection against harmful social and cultural practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parliamentary scrutiny of child abuse cases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal advocacy against child marriage and sexual exploitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community sensitization by MPs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>AU Compliance:<\/em> Reinforces regional child protection commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AU Gender Equality &amp; Women\u2019s Empowerment Strategy (2018\u20132028)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Strategic Areas:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Women\u2019s leadership and participation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ending violence against women and girls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening institutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Female MPs\u2019 collective leadership in Parliament<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocacy for gender-responsive laws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oversight of executive performance on gender commitments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>AU Compliance:<\/em> Positions Parliament as a key driver of gender equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AU Agenda 2063<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Aspiration 6:<\/strong><br>\u201cAn Africa whose development is people-driven, relying on the potential of African women and youth.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caucus Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promotion of girls\u2019 rights and protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Youth and child-centered legislative advocacy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Women-led parliamentary reform initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1 <em>Outcome:<\/em> Aligns parliamentary action with Africa\u2019s long-term development vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. STRATEGIC VALUE OF THIS ALIGNMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through its work, the Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Translates <strong>international and regional commitments<\/strong> into national law<br>\u2714 Strengthens <strong>parliamentary accountability<\/strong> for SGBV and child rights<br>\u2714 Advances <strong>rights-based, inclusive and survivor-centered governance<\/strong><br>\u2714 Positions Sierra Leone as a <strong>compliant and progressive state<\/strong> under SDGs, CEDAW, CRC and AU instruments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mechanisms, processes and procedures of the Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus are <strong>fully aligned with global and African human rights frameworks<\/strong>.<br>By integrating legislative action, oversight, advocacy and community engagement, the Caucus operationalizes Sierra Leone\u2019s <strong>treaty obligations<\/strong> and ensures that <strong>women, children and vulnerable groups are protected through Parliament\u2019s constitutional mandate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SLEFPAC MECHANISM FLOW CHART AND SOPS STYLE PROCEDURE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sierra Leone Female Parliamentary Caucus operationally addresses SGBV and child rights abuses, fully aligned with SDGs, CEDAW, CRC and AU frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FLOWCHART 1: LEGISLATIVE RESPONSE TO SGBV \/ CHILD RIGHTS ABUSE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Identification of SGBV \/ Child Rights Issue<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Evidence Gathering<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(CSOs, Ministries, Survivors\u2019 Data, UN Reports)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Female Parliamentary Caucus Meeting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Internal Review &amp; Consensus)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alignment with SDGs \/ CEDAW \/ CRC \/ AU Frameworks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Legislative Strategy Decision<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Bill, Amendment, Motion or Resolution)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-Plenary Lobbying<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Male MPs, Party Leadership, Committees)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plenary Debate &amp; Voting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Law \/ Resolution Passed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oversight &amp; Implementation Monitoring<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Framework Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SDG 5, SDG 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CEDAW Arts. 1, 2, 5, GR 35<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CRC Arts. 3, 19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maputo Protocol Arts. 4, 5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FLOWCHART 2: OVERSIGHT &amp; ACCOUNTABILITY PROCESS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Law \/ Policy in Force<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reports of SGBV \/ Child Rights Violations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Committee Engagement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Gender, Human Rights, Social Services)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summoning of MDAs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Gender Ministry, Police, Justice, Social Welfare)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parliamentary Questions \/ Hearings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Identification of Gaps<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Enforcement, Budget, Services)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommendations \/ Motions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2193<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow-Up Oversight &amp; Reporting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Framework Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SDG 16.3 &amp; 16.6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CEDAW GR 19 &amp; 35<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CRC Arts. 4 &amp; 19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AU Agenda 2063 (Accountable Institutions)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SLEFPAC SOP PROCEDURES (STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SOP 1: Handling SGBV &amp; Child Rights Issues in Parliament<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure timely, coordinated and rights-based parliamentary action on SGBV and child rights violations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Responsible Body<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Female Parliamentary Caucus Executive &amp; Members<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Issue Identification<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Receive reports from CSOs, ministries, constituents or UN partners.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verification<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Request briefings or data from relevant institutions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caucus Deliberation<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Convene caucus meeting to assess legal and policy gaps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Framework Check<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Align response with SDGs, CEDAW, CRC and AU instruments.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Action Selection<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Decide whether to pursue:<ol><li>Bill<\/li><\/ol><ol><li>Amendment<\/li><\/ol><ol><li>Motion<\/li><\/ol>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Resolution<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Execution<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Implement parliamentary action.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Documentation<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Record outcomes for reporting and follow-up.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SOP 2: Pre-Legislative Lobbying &amp; Consensus-Building<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To build cross-party and gender-inclusive support for SGBV and child protection legislation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Internal caucus briefing on draft law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identification of key male MPs and party leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One-on-one and group advocacy meetings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Framing issue as:<ol><li>National obligation<\/li><\/ol><ol><li>Constitutional duty<\/li><\/ol>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>International treaty commitment<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address concerns and negotiate amendments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure voting commitments<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Framework Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CEDAW Art. 7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SDG 5.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AU Gender Strategy (Leadership)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SOP 3: Parliamentary Oversight of SGBV &amp; Child Protection Laws<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure enforcement and effectiveness of existing laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Request periodic reports from MDAs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold committee hearings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Question ministers and agency heads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review budget allocations for SGBV services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue parliamentary recommendations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track implementation progress<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Framework Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SDG 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CEDAW GR 35<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CRC Art. 4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SOP 4: Engagement with Survivors &amp; Civil Society<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure survivor-centred and evidence-based parliamentary action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Engage CSOs and service providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive anonymized survivor data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify systemic gaps in protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrate findings into debates and motions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocate for survivor support funding<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Framework Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CRC Art. 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CEDAW GR 33 &amp; 35<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maputo Protocol Art. 8<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SOP 5: Public Advocacy &amp; Awareness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To reinforce Parliament\u2019s zero-tolerance stance on SGBV and child abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Participate in national awareness campaigns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue parliamentary statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage media responsibly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct constituency sensitization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote reporting and justice mechanisms<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Framework Alignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SDG 5.2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CRC Art. 19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AU Agenda 2063 (People-driven development)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FLOWCHART 3: COMMUNITY-TO-PARLIAMENT RESPONSE LOOP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community Reports Abuse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 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