Violence Against Women News
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DRC: UNFPA condemns surge in conflict-related sexual violence against women and girls
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Sudan: Surge in conflict-driven sexual violence against children sparks urgent calls for action
Thursday, March 6, 2025
African Union: Gender equality strategy seeks to amplify women's voices and bridge disparities
Thursday, March 6, 2025
African Union: Civil society calls for urgent action to end violence against women and girls
Thursday, March 6, 2025
African Union: Landmark convention adopted to end violence against women and girls
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Mali: ICC’s Prosecutor v. Al Hassan ruling sparks criticism over gender persecution acquittal
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Kurdistan: Community action shuts down telegram channel harassing women
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
EU: Promoting gender equality in sports
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Tajikistan: UN Women to strengthen women's access to justice and judicial gender capacity
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Colombia: Stronger Labor Rights for Women
Monday, March 3, 2025
UN: New Guide to Ensure Safe Consultations with Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
Friday, February 28, 2025
Syria: Female activists’ role in advancing gender-inclusive practices in Rojava
Thursday, February 27, 2025
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