To the CEO of Neftaly Neftaly Malatjie, the Chairperson of the Neftaly Royal committee, Mr Legodi, Neftaly Royal Committee Members, all Neftaly Royal Chiefs and Neftaly Human capital

Kgotso a ebe le lena

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Minutes of the Event

Event: Strengthening Gender Equity and Rights in the National Digital Health Strategy

1. Attendance

The meeting was attended by the following participants:

• Andries Macuacua
• Kamogelo Mpe
• Manoko Ditsoabane

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2. Purpose of the Meeting

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the implementation of initiatives aimed at strengthening gender equity and rights within the National Digital Health Strategy, with a focus on inclusivity, digital access, and protection of rights.

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3. Key Discussion Points

3.1 Understanding Gender and Equity

• Gender strengthening involves respecting all genders and addressing gender power imbalances.
• Building and clarifying gender concepts is essential for mutual understanding.
• Recognition of male, female, and LGBTQ+ individuals was emphasized as critical for inclusivity.
• Gender diversity means acknowledging and respecting one another regardless of gender identity.
• Equity was defined as ensuring fairness and equal access to opportunities for everyone.

3.2 Gender Rights and Dignity

• Equity includes knowing and exercising rights as both females and males.
• Core values discussed included dignity, non-discrimination, and accountability.
• Gender considerations are important in the development and implementation of digital health systems.

3.3 National Digital Health Strategy

• The group discussed the need to distinguish between modern and traditional ways of doing things, including technology-based and non-technology-based approaches.
• Emphasis was placed on modern methods of delivering health services through digital platforms.

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4. Presentations and Contributions

• Sello shared insights from reading materials related to gender and digital health (noted but details pending).
• Participants highlighted the importance of understanding each other’s experiences, including those of women from different socio-economic backgrounds, such as rich women and marginalized women.

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5. Common Challenges Identified

1. Limited digital literacy: Many participants do not know how to use computers.
2. Need for collective responsibility: Everyone has a role to be helpful and supportive.
3. Sexual abuse: Raised by Tsepang as a serious concern.
4. Emotional and physical abuse: Kgothatso highlighted that abuse can be emotional (hurtful words) or physical (beating), and that it occurs among both men and women.
5. Online safety: Lelethu shared information about guidelines on the responsible and non-abusive use of the internet.

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6. Conclusion

• Nhlaluko presented information on ways of strengthening gender equity, emphasizing awareness, education, and mutual respect.
• The meeting concluded with agreement on the need for continued education, inclusive dialogue, and stronger implementation of gender-responsive approaches in digital health.

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My message shall end here

Kamogelo Mpe | NeftalyCDR | Neftaly