SALO highlights
News, notices and events from SALO.
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia – May 2019
SALO attending #IDAHOT2019 event in JHB hosted by our great friends at the @IrlEmbPretoria and @NLinSouthAfrica.

Happy Freedom Day South Africa!
As we mark this important day, may the words of our icon and founding father echo throughout our land, “Let freedom reign. The sun shall never set on so glorious a human achievement”, Nelson Mandela, 10 May 1994. Happy Freedom Day South …

SALO attending @issafrica event on 2019 elections in SA. - April 2019
SALO attending @issafrica event on 2019 elections in SA. Looking forward to insights on process and on what will be turning points during these critical battles.

SALO has been featured on the World Economic Forum Shapers newsletter!
Source: http://tshwanehub.com/2019/03/25/introducing-salo-the-southern-african-liaison-office/ Introducing SALO: The Southern African Liaison Office What is SALO? As a research, policy and dialogue NGO, the Southern African Liaison Office …

A consultation with Transgender people and organisations representing them
The rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) persons and especially transgender persons are facing a huge challenge of constant violation in South Africa, Africa and elsewhere in the world. Transgender persons …

Celebrating South Africa’s hard-won rights on Human Rights Day – 21 March 2019
Human Rights Day is a day for celebration, as well as solemn reflection. South Africa’s Bill of Rights is world-renowned for its inclusive protection of Human Rights, making SA one of the first countries in history to outlaw discrimination …

SALO at DIRCO conference
SALO at the DIRCO 2nd conference of African diplomatic academies, universities and research institutions. #africandiplomacy

Working together to Build consensus on peace and security in Africa. - 12 March 2019
Bringing Norwegian diplomats from the SADC region together with ACCORD, ISS AFRICA and SALO, discussing how Norway best can work with Africa on peace and security

Public dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill - 11th March 2019
Venue: Leslie Social Science 2B, Upper campus, UCT Program Director: Esihle Madyibi, SRC Social Responsiveness Co-ordinator On 11th March 2019 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) facilitated a dialogue on Hate Crimes and Hate Speech …

International Womens Day Event - 8 March 2019
As part of International Womens Day, SALO and DIRCO co-hosted an incredible event in solidarity with the women of Western Sahara. On the 8th of March 2019, the Government of South Africa, joined by members of the diplomatic corps, civil …

Community Dialogue - 21 February 2019
Great community engagement at Ruabohahale school. Talking about #racism, #xenophobia , #gbv and #LGBTQIA issues in south Africa engaging with young people and community activists. Thanks so much to @IrlEmbPretoria for their support – 21 Feb …

PUBLIC LECTURE - "Key priorities during South Africa's tenure in the UN Security Council" - 22 Feb 2019
Keynote Speaker: Deputy Minister, Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr. Luwellyn Landers DATE: Friday 22nd February 2019 TIME: (09H30 registration) 10H00-11H45 followed by a finger lunch VENUE: Parliament Imbizo Centre, …

ENCA interview with SALO's Rebone Tau on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill
The Southern African Liaison Office together with the Embassy of Ireland hosted a multi-stakeholder dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill. The case of Penny Sparrow, who was charged for hate speech in 2016 reaffirmed the need for …
Multi-stakeholder Dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill - 29 January 2019
On Tuesday 29th January 2019 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) facilitated Multi-stakeholder Dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill at Sierra Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria. The dialogue was part of the ongoing series of …

Vibrant discussion on civil society engagement with foreign policy in partnership with @IrlEmbPretoria.
24 January 2019

Community Dialogue in Mamelodi - 13 Dec 2018
On 13th of December 2018 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a dialogue on gender-based violence (GBV), LGBTQI, xenophobia, hate crimes and hate speech in Mamelodi. The dialogue was part of the ongoing series of engagements by …

SALO and President Ramaphosa united behind Banyana-Banyana
SALO’s Rebone Tau with President Cyril Ramaphosa campaigning for fair pay for women soccer players

Zimbabwe Dialogue - 5 Dec 2018
In partnership with the Norwegian Embassy and Norwegian People’s Aid, SALO is hosting a diplomatic briefing on Zimbabwe and current issues.

Press briefing the day before the official launch of 16 days Activism against GBV - 24 Nov 2018
SALO’s Rebone Tau (right) at a press briefing the day before the official launch of 16 days of Activism against Gender Based Violence (GBV). Led by the Minister of Women with civil society. Saturday 24 November 2018
