Emma Kaliya

Emma Kaliya is a Malawian human and gender rights activist. She leads the Pan African Women's Development and Communications network which is known as FEMNET. Quotes When it comes to bringing women equal to men, we have to make sure that the existing laws are enforced. Enforcement is important because if employers do not comply with the law, they can be punished and that would serve as a deterrence to others. As an Equal Pay Champion, I want to engage the minister of labour and other stakeholders in the private sector, and partner with trade unions to improve the situation of women in the informal sector. We also have to remove the barriers, such as sexual harassment at the workplace. Using art is the best way to reach out to people, unlike speeches that are easily forgotten. Artistic forms like poetry, theatre, drama and music stay with people longer; they spark discussions even after performances, External links Category:Living people Category:Human rights activists Category:Activists from Malawi Category:Diplomats Category:Women activists Category:Women's rights activists