Technology, collaboration and disrupting gender norms episode artwork

EPISODE · Sep 8, 2025 · 19 MIN

Technology, collaboration and disrupting gender norms

from CDH Conversations · host CLIFFE DEKKER HOFMEYR

In this powerful episode of the CDH Women’s Empowerment Series, Brigitta Mangale, Director in the Pro Bono & Human Rights practice, speaks with Leanora Tima, Managing Director of Gender Rights in Tech (GRIT), about how technology is being used to support survivors of gender-based violence and drive meaningful change.From WhatsApp support lines and AI chatbots to community co-creation, Leanora shares how GRIT is breaking barriers, challenging harmful gender norms, and calling for collaboration across government, business, and communities to address the root causes of GBV. We also hear what true empowerment means to Leonora and Brigitta as we continue to celebrate Women's Month.

In this powerful episode of the CDH Women’s Empowerment Series, Brigitta Mangale, Director in the Pro Bono & Human Rights practice, speaks with Leanora Tima, Managing Director of Gender Rights in Tech (GRIT), about how technology is being used to support survivors of gender-based violence and drive meaningful change.From WhatsApp support lines and AI chatbots to community co-creation, Leanora shares how GRIT is breaking barriers, challenging harmful gender norms, and calling for collaboration across government, business, and communities to address the root causes of GBV. We also hear what true empowerment means to Leonora and Brigitta as we continue to celebrate Women's Month.

NOW PLAYING

Technology, collaboration and disrupting gender norms

0:00 19:32

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of CDH Conversations?

This episode is 19 minutes long.

When was this CDH Conversations episode published?

This episode was published on September 8, 2025.

What is this episode about?

In this powerful episode of the CDH Women’s Empowerment Series, Brigitta Mangale, Director in the Pro Bono & Human Rights practice, speaks with Leanora Tima, Managing Director of Gender Rights in Tech (GRIT), about how technology is being used to...

Can I download this CDH Conversations episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!