A woman in Mumbai commemorates the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. (© AP Images)

One in three: Why this statistic will haunt you and what you can do about it

At least one in three women and girls will be subject to violence or abuse during her lifetime. These grim statistics are why the United Nations, in partnership with the Rutgers University–based Center for Women’s Global Leadership, calls upon you to take part in 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which began with the ... Read More»

By | 29 November, 2016 | Topics: Featured Event, Gender Issues, Human Rights, News | Tags:

When she’s a victim, it hurts everyone

One woman in three has faced gender-based violence. It’s a global epidemic, but you can help stop it. For starters, help raise awareness during this year’s “16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence” (#16days) campaign. It starts November 25 and continues through December 10. You can also let others know that when women and girls ... Read More»

By | 22 November, 2016 | Topics: Featured Event, Gender Issues, Human Rights, News | Tags:

Dr Ludy Green and Maria da Penha

Dr Ludy Green Meets Activist Maria da Penha in Fortaleza

Dr. Ludy Green conducted a five-day speaker program in Recife and Fortaleza, where the US Consulate General in Recife worked in partnership with state governments, universities and the judiciary to reach a diverse audience of policy-makers, governmental and non-governmental professionals, activists and students. Dr. Green spoke forcefully about breaking the destructive cycle of violence against ... Read More»

By | 10 October, 2016 | Topics: Consul General, Events, Featured Event, Gender Issues, Recife | Tags:

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