GCO 2026: Coach Mada Sangaré at the forefront against gender-based violence

On April 9, 2026, a press conference was held at the National Human Rights Council headquarters in Abidjan to announce the Open Conference (GCO 2026). Scheduled for August 15, 2026, this initiative, led by Mada Sangaré and the Specialized Matrimonial Cabinet, aims to gather 4,000 in-person participants and 2,000 online to combat gender-based violence. Alarming statistics, with 1,398 cases of GBV reported in 2024 and 1,448 in 2025, highlight the urgent need for collective action and a transformation of mindsets.