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Today, as we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, three displaced survivors of gender-based violence in conflict zones share their deeply personal stories. In addition, we introduce six heroes who are working to put an end to gender-based violence around the world. "It will take all of us to ensure that women and girls everywhere can navigate their futures safely and without fear," UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem says. Meanwhile, in Sudan's Aj Jazirah state, escalating conflict has led to severe human rights violations, including harrowing reports of sexual violence and attacks on healthcare. In North Gaza, a video captures the crisis as the population is at imminent risk of dying from disease, famine and violence. Thanks for reading.
Intensifying conflicts and climate rises are driving record levels of displacement and instability, exposing women and girls to soaring risks of gender-based violence. Three survivors share their stories of trauma, resilience and hope.
Meet six heroes around the world working to end gender-based violence for everyone, everywhere.
Escalating conflict in Sudan's Aj Jazirah state has led to severe human rights violations, including harrowing reports of sexual violence.
The entire Palestinian population in North Gaza is at imminent risk of dying from disease, famine and violence. A video captures the crisis.
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Cleaner at UN Women
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Freelance Consultant
4wTo mitigate the shame of our silence, neglect, and helplessness, we need to develop and share ideas and initiatives that are both deterrent and practical with UNFPA and other engaged institutions.
Trainer/lecturer of young adults, Counselor,
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Human Resources Administrative Specialist at Sibline. Sibline is one of the major clinker and cement producers in Lebanon. Sibline offers also Readymix concrete and blocks
4wThe celebration of combating violence and discrimination against women is very fragile, especially when effective policies to support women's rights are not consistently and realistically implemented.