On March 8, 2023 UZIKWASA brought together a big crowd of people at Stahabu village to commemorate International Women’s Day and celebrate achievements of women in Pangani District and elsewhere in the world. Alongside others the event was attended by Pangani communities who have been supported by UZIKWASA in their efforts towards gender justice and gender equality in Pangani district. It has been an excellent opportunity for participants to share approaches and strategies that address violence against women and children and the protection of the environment. For example, representative from the Pangani Police gender desk responded to NPA committee members’ concerns about community’s reluctance to testify in court to help to conclude cases of gender-based violence and violence against children. They pointed out how much this has hindered justice taking its course for victims of violence. This was confirmed by officers from other District departments including community development and social welfare.