This research explores the international gender equality movement through a non-secular theoretical lens by examining the potential effectiveness of engaging with religious leaders in Senegal to promote family planning information and access. The paper begins by acknowledging the current theoretical lens which exists throughout the discipline of International Relations, specifically questioning the lack of integration between a non-secular and non-male centric dialogue. By analyzing the history of both the international gender equality movement and traditional liberal feminist movement in conjunction with a newfound inclusion of interfaith dialogue amongst peace mediation strategies, this paper questions the potential of non-secular dialogue amongst women in the global south. Engaging with a series of interviews conducted throughout Senegal which seek to understand its culture and gender hierarchy, specifically focusing on family planning in relation to religion, this paper proposes the potential of a non-secular dialogue which would promote family planning access throughout Senegal and other religious communities in the global south.
