Vital Voices Global Partnership

🚨 𝑰𝒓𝒂𝒏’𝒔 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑯𝒊𝒋𝒂𝒃 𝑳𝒂𝒘 𝑬𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 𝑶𝒑𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑨𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕 𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 Women in Iran could face flogging, lengthy prison terms, and even the death penalty for defying the country’s mandatory hijab laws. The new legislation, ironically titled “Law on Protecting the Family through the Promotion of the Culture of Chasity and Hijab,” is a dangerous escalation in Iran’s crackdown on women and girls.  Set to take effect on December 13, 2024, it imposes harsh penalties for actions deemed “unveiling,” “indecency,” or “promoting nudity.” Businesses, schools, and even taxi drivers are now required to report violations. This law is part of a broader effort to crush the courageous resistance sparked by the death of #MahsaAmini in 2022. Her tragic killing ignited global outrage and a historic movement for women’s rights. In 2022, Vital Voices proudly joined forces with global leaders to advocate for Iran’s removal from the U.N. Commission on the Status of Women. Today, we remain committed to amplifying their voices and pushing for accountability. 💬 Raise awareness by sharing this post and standing with the women of Iran.    #WomenLifeFreedom #StandWithIranianWomen #HumanRights

Happy Friday! It’s time for this week’s edition of 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤. Swipe through for this week’s standout stories and keep reading for more details: 👇 1️⃣ Ghana makes history as Professor Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang becomes the country’s first female Vice President, a major step for gender inclusiveness in African politics. Women currently make up 51% of the population but hold only 14.5% of parliamentary seats. 2️⃣ Payal Kapadia becomes the first Indian filmmaker in 26 years to be nominated for Best Director at the Golden Globes for her debut fiction feature “All We Imagine As Light”. 3️⃣ The European Union passes its first law specifically targeting violence against women, addressing issues like forced marriages, female genital mutilation, and online harassment. 4️⃣ TikTok bans beauty filters for teens to tackle the growing body image crisis. Teenagers under 18 will no longer be able to use filters that alter their appearance. 5️⃣ A record number of women will take seats in state legislatures next year, with women leading the House in 10 states. At least 95 women are expected to hold senior leadership roles, marking a historic shift in political power. 6️⃣ Lisa Su, CEO of AMD, is the first woman to be named TIME’s CEO of the Year, recognized for her leadership in transforming AMD into a leading competitor in the semiconductor industry. 7️⃣ Gisèle Pelicot, a French survivor of mass rape, is named one of the Financial Times’ most influential women of 2024. Her powerful testimony and her courage in sharing her story have made her a key voice in the fight for gender equality. 8️⃣ NCAA basketball star Paige Bueckers has partnered with Nike to become the first college athlete to design her own Player Edition sneaker. Which story resonates with you most? Share your thoughts in the comments! 💬 #Inspiring #Positivity #BreakingBarriers

Are you a young woman from Costa Rica, Panama, or Mexico ready to expand your leadership? Apply now for cohort 5 of the Voices that Inspire Program, an initiative empowering young women across Latin America who are passionate about social impact and change. By joining the #VoicesThatInspire Program, you will:  🤝 Complete a 7-week Vital Voices Leadership Journey course to build key leadership skills.  🤝 Access one-on-one mentorship to support your specific goals.  🤝 Join Vital Voices’s global network of 20,000+ women leaders.  🤝 Have the opportunity to apply for a small grant to support your social impact project. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect, grow, and become a driving force for change. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply today here: https://lnkd.in/eDmCsaVt ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ ¿Eres una joven de Costa Rica, México, o Panamá lista para expandir tu liderazgo? ¡Inscríbete ahora para la cohorte 5 del programa Voces que Inspiran, una iniciativa que empodera a mujeres jóvenes de toda América Latina apasionadas por el impacto social y el cambio! Al participar en el Programa #VocesQueInspiran, podrás:  🤝 Completar el Vital Voices Leadership Journey, un curso virtual de 7 semanas para desarrollar habilidades esenciales de liderazgo.  🤝 Recibir mentoría personalizada para apoyar tus metas.  🤝 Formar parte de la red global de Vital Voices que incluye a más de 20.000 mujeres líderes de todo el mundo.   🤝 Tener la oportunidad de solicitar una pequeña subvención para apoyar tu proyecto de impacto social. Esta es una oportunidad única para conectarte, crecer y convertirte en una fuerza de transformación. Las solicitudes se aceptan de forma continua: https://lnkd.in/eHHX8iGZ

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒏 𝑼𝒏𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒂𝒕 𝑽𝒐𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 2024!   This year’s 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 was a powerful celebration of courage, resilience, and progress. We honored extraordinary leaders who are breaking barriers and advancing equality worldwide.   Congratulations to our 2024 honorees: ⭐ Justin Baldoni (Actor, Director & Co-Founder, Wayfarer Studios) ⭐ Chid Liberty (CEO & Co-Founder, Liberty & Justice) ⭐ Martin Chungong (Secretary General, Inter-Parliamentary Union) ⭐ Erfaan Hussein Babak (Executive Director & Founder, The Awakening)   Their tireless dedication to championing women’s rights reminds us why men’s allyship is critical in the fight for gender equality. Women’s rights are human rights—and together, we can create lasting change.   A special congratulations to #SalmanSufi, our newly appointed Chair of the Solidarity Council. As a global advocate and founder of the Salman Sufi Foundation, Salman is committed to forging partnerships with women’s rights movements worldwide. In his own words:   “Our objective is to fortify the council’s capacity to establish robust partnerships with women’s rights movements globally, as their male allies. It is paramount to provide unwavering support for women’s financial independence and inclusion in governance structures to foster a more equitable world.”   We also recognize the incredible efforts of the Vital Voices New York Council, led by Co-Chairs Nicolla Hewitt and Whitney Headen, for building meaningful connections and raising essential resources to advance women’s leadership globally. Together with our council members, we’re creating pathways for transformative change and future generations of women leaders.   This unforgettable evening would not have been possible without the dedication of our honorees, partners, supporters, and the Vital Voices team. Thank you for making this celebration a success! 📸 Relive the night with event photos: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e4WePbJ6 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eYqvZP8i   #VoicesOfSolidarity #GenderEquality #WomenLeaders Jennifer Tuft Rosa van Rij Angelina Darrisaw Kathleen R. Marina Pisklakova-Parker Diane von Furstenberg Hasan Minhaj Kate James Amanda Ellis Dr Natalia Kanem Stephane de La Faverie Yodit Gebreyes

Meet Soumya Dabriwal and Vaidehi Vinayak Vaidya—two of the six remarkable women leaders in our #NextMovers program with Bumble Inc. They are part of the next generation driving change, breaking barriers, and shaping a better future—not only for women, but for everyone. Read more about their incredible work here! ⬇️

Join Vital Voices virtually or in-person as we gather to mark the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (#GBV), a global campaign to raise awareness and challenge the pervasive issue of violence against women and girls. The panel event will dive into the critical issues surrounding GBV, examine the impact of the Beijing Platform for Action, and explore strategies for achieving gender equality and women's empowerment.

🚨Happening tomorrow! Join Vital Voices virtually or in-person as we gather to mark the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (#GBV), a global campaign to raise awareness and challenge the pervasive issue of violence against women and girls. The panel event will dive into the critical issues surrounding GBV, examine the impact of the Beijing Platform for Action, and explore strategies for achieving gender equality and women's empowerment. The discussion, moderated by the Director of Prevention & Response Initiatives for Regional Engagement & Impact at Vital Voices Kara Pyles, will feature First Lady of the Republic of Ecuador Lavinia Valbonesi, Executive Director & Founder of The Awakening and 2024 Voices of Solidarity Honoree Erfaan Hussein Babak, CEO & Co-Founder of pirth.org Sherry H. CEO & Co-Founder of AnnieCannons Laura Hackney, and Co-Director of MenEngage Alliance laxman लक्ष्मण belbase बेल्वासे. 🎦Join us on LinkedIn Live: https://lnkd.in/ei9bhXiS 🎟️RSVP here to attend in-person: https://lnkd.in/e8KQjuhv #16DaysOfActivism #16Days #UniteThePowerOfMany #vitalvoices

📣 We’re thrilled to announce that the incredible Hasan Minhaj will join us as a presenter at the 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 Awards! Hasan Minhaj is a two-time Peabody Award-winning comedian, celebrated for his Netflix specials 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠 and 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐭, and his latest special, 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝, where he tackles politics, parenting, and therapy with razor-sharp wit. Beyond comedy, he’s also the co-founder of 186K Films, a producer, and an insightful interviewer with his digital series 𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐣 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰. This annual event honors men demonstrating courage, compassion, and commitment to advancing women’s rights globally. 📅 Date: December 9, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM 📍 Location: IAC HQ, 555 West 18th Street, New York Tickets are going fast! Get yours now: https://lnkd.in/eRUdPRh5 #VoicesOfSolidarity #GenderEquality #Allyship #HasanMinhaj

Happy Friday! It’s time for this week’s edition of 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤. Swipe through for this week’s highlights and keep reading for more details: 👇 1️⃣ Namibia elected its first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, a champion for women’s rights who notably passed the Combating of Domestic Violence Act in 2002. 2️⃣ Nobel Peace laureate Narges Mohammadi has been temporarily released from an Iranian prison on medical grounds after being jailed since 2021 for her activism against the mandatory hijab. Her family and supporters demand her unconditional release. 3️⃣ Emily Bear and Abigail Barlow are both the youngest and first all-female composers in history to write the songs for an animated Disney film, making history with Moana 2. 4️⃣ Starting next fall, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology will offer free tuition to students from families earning less than $200,000, with additional costs covered for families earning under $100,000 5️⃣ Women will make up more than half of Colorado’s state legislature in 2025, a historic first, with women holding 52% of seats. 6️⃣ Betty White, the first woman to appear on TV, will be honored with a U.S. postage stamp in 2025. 7️⃣ Uber and Bolt launch women-only ride options in Paris, aiming to improve safety for female passengers. 8️⃣ NYC Council officially declares Nov 30 as "Shirley Chisholm Day," honoring the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to seek the Democratic presidential nomination Which story resonates with you the most? Share your thoughts in the comments! 💬 #Inspiring #Positivity #BreakingBarriers

This year, as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we are thrilled to highlight 16 inspiring network leaders, activists and changemakers who are on the frontlines of the fight against GBV in their own communities.   Today, we’re celebrating the first 8 incredible leaders who embody resilience, innovation, and unwavering dedication in advancing gender equality, supporting survivors and creating a future free from violence against women and girls. Join us in honoring their work, amplifying their voices, and inspiring collective action.   🔗 Explore their impactful stories on our campaign site: https://lnkd.in/eJiPxJPQ #16DaysofActivism #16Days #EndGBV #UniteThePowerOfMany #vitalvoices