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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 5h

What are your dreams for 2047? We asked women leaders from Indonesia, South Korea, Timor-Leste, and across the region to reflect on the future of democracy, human rights, and feminist leadership at the Colmena Fund's #AsiaConvening. Press play to hear their answers 🔊 #ColmenaFund #SheLeadsAsia

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

How do we shift global priorities away from militarism and toward human care? 🕊️ In the final episode of #ThisIsOurTune, Dr. Amrita Kapur, Secretary-General of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom @wilpf.bsky.social, outlines a bold, inspiring vision for structural change.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#ThisIsOurTune grand finale! To wrap up our series, our partner Dr. Amrita Kapur from @wilpf.bsky.social shares the soundtrack driving her global work for feminist peace, justice, and international solidarity.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Where do our allies stand against digital violence?⚡ We asked women and gender-diverse people at our #AsiaConvening to drop their pledges to end online violence, because TFGBV is a direct threat to democracy, and the solutions must be designed and led by those most affected. Hear them speak out!

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

💥The Māori Haka connects people — not just to those around us, but to the ancestors who walked before us. 💥 Traditionally rooted in battle, this powerful dance embodies identity, spirituality, and fierce resistance. "Ha" is to breathe. "Ka" is to ignite. 🔥

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

How do we protect women and gender-diverse leaders on the frontlines of democracy when digital spaces become unsafe? ➡️ Swipe through to read key insights from our panel, "Gender and Politics in the Digital Era," co-hosted by #ColmenaFund and the British Embassy Bangkok during #AsiaConvening.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This week, we commemorated #InternationalDayOfDemocracy. We cannot have truly inclusive democracies unless women and gender-diverse political leaders are safe in all digital spaces.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"How do we respond to a political moment full of fascism?" In Episode 5 of #ThisIsOurTune, Paola Salwan Daher, Senior Director for Collective Action @womendeliver.bsky.social , reminds us that resistance isn't just about standing against hardship; it’s about leaning into joyful defiance.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

"From Hashtags to the Streets: Inside Gen Z’s Political Playbook" 💬✨ Read through the words from the incredible #GenZ women leaders who joined our fireside chat at Colmena Fund’s #AsiaConvening!

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Paola Salwan Daher @paolasalwandaher.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

With a lot of love for our @colmenafund.bsky.social colleagues ♥️

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our Steering Committee member, Dr. Epsy Campbell, former VP of #CostaRica, and our partners at Centro de Mujeres Afro, on the launch of "Afro-Powerful Women"! The book gathers the stories of 32 Afro-descendant women who have reached leadership roles in politics across LAC. 🌎

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Can a song challenge systemic inequality and demand wealth redistribution? 🇱🇧 @paolasalwandaher.bsky.social from @womendeliver.bsky.social dives into 'Shou Hal Ayyam' by legendary Lebanese artist Ziad Rahbani: a sharp, poetic critique calling for social justice and to defend the working class.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

"Decolonizing the way we imagine the future means taking back our right to dream on our own terms. It means recognizing that our joy, our cross-regional solidarity, and our deep, ancestral knowledge of survival are not just coping mechanisms but are the exact tools required to govern." #ColmenaFund

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

From the Colmena Fund team, we express our solidarity with the communities, partners, and women political leaders affected by the recent floods in Nepal and beyond. 🇳🇵🐝

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🇧🇩 How a song became the soundtrack of a national uprising. During the 2024 July uprising in #Bangladesh, one line echoed through the streets and online: 🎶 "See the powerful ones — I am not the only one, we are all together." 🎶

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The real debate is about recognizing ourselves as we are and building a new social contract that guarantees rights for all: Dr. Epsy Campbell ✊🏿🔥 For far too long, Afro-descendant communities have carried the weight of systems built to ignore them.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

🇧🇩 "See the powerful ones — I am not the only one, we are all together." When resistance swept Bangladesh during the 2024 July Uprising, 'Shono Mohajon' became a viral movement anthem. Umama Fatema, a key organizer, shares how music carried the message of unity to the masses.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

🔥 "Unite and ignite" 🔥 #ThisIsOurTune | Ep. 3 features Gen Z leader Tanuja Pandey, who spotlights 'Gaun Gaun Bata Utha', a classic Nepali revolutionary song that serves as a powerful rallying cry for collective awakening and grassroots power. 🇳🇵 Tune in August 24 to hear the full story!

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Episode 2 of #ThisIsOurTune is LIVE NOW! 🎧 Music carries memory, but above all, it carries hope. Muzna Dureid breaks down the anthem that reminds her every single day what she is fighting for: a free, safe, and just future for #Syria.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🎧 #ThisIsOurTune: Episode 2, coming soon! “Lift your head proudly, you are a free Syrian.” 🇸🇾 For Muzna Dureid, these lyrics are more than just music, they are a daily commitment to working hard so that future generations will live free. 🔊 Catch the full episode on August 17! #ColmenaFund #Syria

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

On this #InternationalYouthDay, we celebrate the young women redefining political power 💜❤️‍🔥 Across the Global South, these incredible leaders are on the front lines of democratic transformation. While their daily realities differ, they share a singular purpose: to live safely, freely, and fully. 🐝

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Day 2 at our #AsiaConvening: Honoring our roots, building our futures. ✨

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

No one is handing us power — we’re building it ourselves. 💥 Following South Africa’s Women’s Day (August 9), we’re bringing back this standout moment from our @womendeliver.bsky.social side event with @futurelect.bsky.social Founder & CEO Lindiwe Mazibuko on what it takes to transform politics.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

This week, our hive met the alumni of the Women’s Empowerment and Political Leadership Academy in #Thailand to learn about their inspiring work. 🌏🐝 #WEPLA was founded by the Progressive Movement Foundation under the belief that platforms that shape society still lack sufficient women's voices.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Across Asia, women and gender-diverse political leaders face rising online violence, threats, and disinformation. 🌏🐝 During our regional convening, we are co-hosting an event with the British Embassy Bangkok featuring speakers from #Thailand, #Malaysia, and the #Philippines.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Mother. Lawyer. Politician. Unstoppable. ✨ From managing a law firm and fighting for change as the Secretary-General of MUDA, to the beautiful chaos of raising three kids, it has been a wild ride for Aine Haziqah. Not easy, but she's found that with the right support system, it is entirely doable.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

🎵 #ThisIsOurTune | Episode 1 Launching August 3! 🐝 What song fuels women's political leadership, advocacy, and vision for the future? To kick off our 6-part series, Ainie Haziqah from MUDA reveals the track that powers her work and the story behind it. Share in comments what tune inspires you👇

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

On Africa’s Women’s Day, we honor the radical tradition of the Pan-African Women's Organization, where visionaries on the frontlines of anti-colonial liberation fight for collective freedom. From historic movements to modern political frontlines, African women have consistently led systemic change.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

When you are the youngest woman in the room, advice usually focuses on "claiming your space." But what if we need a new table entirely? In her latest Op-Ed, our hive member Lilian Mbuthi explains why true inclusion is not about squeezing into spaces. It's about building something better.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

"We have to be prisoners of hope." When millions upon millions of people remain systemically excluded from their fundamental rights, choosing hope is a radical act. Following the #InternationalDayOfHope (July 12), Epsy Campbell reminds us to look at the future with hope.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

"We are in a very difficult moment and we need solutions that come from social movements, that come from the feminist movement, that come from civil society." Hear from María Noel Leoni, Director of the #GQUALCampaign, on why these voices are absolutely essential to tackling today’s global crises.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Peace isn't built through military force—it is a deliberate political project. 🐝 During our roundtable session at the #NalafemSummit2026, African women leaders rejected rising militarization, calling instead for bold feminist leadership to achieve transformative peace.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

The future of African democracy can't depend on the courage of women alone. It must also be backed by the capital, partnerships, and political commitment to enable them to lead with impact. 🌍⚡️ At #NalafemSummit2026, our President & CEO Suyen Barahona announced a new $500,000 USD funding initiative.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Day 1 at the Nalafem Summit 2026 🌍🐝 Power without capital remains fragile. If we want young women leaders to truly transform systems, we cannot send them into the belly of the beast without the resources and support systems they need to succeed.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Are you at the #NalafemSummit2026? 🐝 Join us for a roundtable session co-hosted by #ColmenaFund, the Nalafem Sudan Taskforce, and the Solidarity Alliance: 💥African Women Political Leaders Reimagining Peace, Power, and Political Futures 🗓️ July 2 | 10:30 AM 📍Room 1, Emara Ole-Sereni, Nairobi, Kenya

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

A seat at the table means nothing if it isn't safe. True political change isn't just about including women and diverse voices into the room. Muzna Dureid puts it plainly: we need politics rooted in principles, rights, and real safety for all sharing different views. 🌍🐝 #Syria #ColmenaFund #WD2026

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Empathy isn’t a soft skill—it’s power. ⚡ Andrea Ortega from @gwlvoices.bsky.social says it best: more empathy and different perspectives are exactly how we stop repeating old mistakes and build a better, stronger world. #WomenInPolitics #GenderEquality #GWLVoices #ColmenaFund #WD2026

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Ainie Haziqah balances being a mother of three, run her own law firm, and serve as the youngest female Secretary-General across all political parties in #Malaysia. She’s proving that when women take the lead, the impact is undeniable. What does women’s leadership mean to you?👇 #ColmenaFund #WD2026

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

What does it take to support more #WomenInPolitics? Epsy Campbell believes strategic connection is the key. We must bring together women and gender-diverse leaders, from grassroots to national stages, around a fierce agenda for human rights, democracy, and peace. 🐝✨ #ColmenaFund #WD2026

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

What happens when diverse women lead? ✨ For Umama Fatema, a #GenZ movement leader in #Bangladesh, it means completely redefining the future. To transform our societies, we need women from all backgrounds and identities at the decision-making table. #GenderEquality #ColmenaFund #WD2026

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Diplomacy isn't just about managing crises; it's about reshaping who gets to lead the solution. History shows that when women lead peace talks, the results actually last. Yet, the rooms where the biggest decisions are made still don't reflect the world's diverse voices from the frontlines.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

#ColmenaFund is proud to join the #NalafemSummit2026 as a sponsor under the theme, "Power Meets Capital: When Women Back Women," in Nairobi, Kenya (July 1–2). We will also co-host a vital roundtable discussion: 💥 African Women Political Leaders Reimagining Peace, Power, and Political Futures 💥

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Women and girls remain disproportionately affected by conflict-related sexual violence. The International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict (June 19) serves as a vital and urgent reminder of this reality. #EndSexualViolenceInConflict #WomenPeaceAndSecurity #WomenLead

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

🐝There can be no durable peace, no thriving democracy, and no sustainable future without the full, equal, and meaningful political participation and leadership of women in all their diversity. Peace, democracy, and gender equality are inseparable. #FeministForeignPolicy #GlobalSouth #PEFMadrid2026

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

"It was totally empowering and encouraging to see women standing for their community and what they stand for, even through all the difficulties." 🌟 Haruka from the Academy of Gender Parity (Japan) brings us to the final part of our side event at #WD2026 reflection series.

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

How to start educating ourselves to be the change for our people and our countries? 🌏 Tatiana of the Maori Women's Welfare League shares a powerful reminder in part 2 of the reflection series from our #WD2026 side event. 🐝 #ColmenaFund #GenZ #Millennial #WomenInPolitics #NewZealand #Narrm

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

How do we enable more women political leaders to take charge and take power? 💥 We’re sharing 3 key reflections from our #WD2026 side event, and we are kicking things off with this crucial question from our partner Preethi Herman, co-founder and CEO of #NguvuCollective. 🐝

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

✨ At #WD2026, we were honored to participate in vital conversations organized by @gwlvoices.bsky.social and #GQUALCampaign on the future of key international institutions for the defense of human rights, and the need for equality of global leadership to actually reshape power. #ColmenaFund

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colmenafund.bsky.social @colmenafund.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Sneak peek of #ColmenaFund at #WD2026 @womendeliver.bsky.social ✨ We were proud to co-host: 🔹 From Movements to Power: A Dialogue with Gen Z and Millennial Women in Politics 🔹 A Dialogue on Transformative Futures of Peace

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