Equality Now
@equalitynow.bsky.social
International human rights organization using the power of the law to end discrimination & violence against all women & girls around the world
https://equalitynow.org/ #GenderEquality #WomensRights
https://equalitynow.org/ #GenderEquality #WomensRights
Today, the To Kill a Tiger documentary won Best International Film at the 19th International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival Bir Duino #Kyrgyzstan. Equality Now’s Eurasia Consultant, Janette Akhilgova, accepted the award on behalf of the filmmakers.
#ToKillATiger #StandWithHer
#ToKillATiger #StandWithHer
December 16, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Today, the To Kill a Tiger documentary won Best International Film at the 19th International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival Bir Duino #Kyrgyzstan. Equality Now’s Eurasia Consultant, Janette Akhilgova, accepted the award on behalf of the filmmakers.
#ToKillATiger #StandWithHer
#ToKillATiger #StandWithHer
Kyrgyzstan’s Constitutional Court has ruled the death penalty cannot be reinstated, not even by referendum.
A major step for upholding justice and human rights.
🔗 Read our statement with Bir Duino on why this matters: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #Kyrgyzstan
A major step for upholding justice and human rights.
🔗 Read our statement with Bir Duino on why this matters: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #Kyrgyzstan
December 15, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Kyrgyzstan’s Constitutional Court has ruled the death penalty cannot be reinstated, not even by referendum.
A major step for upholding justice and human rights.
🔗 Read our statement with Bir Duino on why this matters: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #Kyrgyzstan
A major step for upholding justice and human rights.
🔗 Read our statement with Bir Duino on why this matters: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #Kyrgyzstan
#Oaxaca becomes the first state in Mexico to define rape based on #consent, no proof of violence or resistance required. A step forward for justice, led by feminist allies.
Read more: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #LegalReform
Read more: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #LegalReform
December 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM
#Oaxaca becomes the first state in Mexico to define rape based on #consent, no proof of violence or resistance required. A step forward for justice, led by feminist allies.
Read more: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #LegalReform
Read more: equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#EqualityWins #LegalReform
Human rights are fundamental to gender equality.
This #HumanRightsDay read our recent brief on the global backlash against women's and girl's rights and how, together, we're holding the line.
equalitynow.org/resource/bri...
This #HumanRightsDay read our recent brief on the global backlash against women's and girl's rights and how, together, we're holding the line.
equalitynow.org/resource/bri...
December 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Human rights are fundamental to gender equality.
This #HumanRightsDay read our recent brief on the global backlash against women's and girl's rights and how, together, we're holding the line.
equalitynow.org/resource/bri...
This #HumanRightsDay read our recent brief on the global backlash against women's and girl's rights and how, together, we're holding the line.
equalitynow.org/resource/bri...
Women with disabilities in Central Asia face some of the highest rates of sexual violence and the lowest access to justice.
Our new report exposes the legal barriers in #Kazakhstan, #Kyrgyzstan & #Uzbekistan, and what must change.
Read it here: equalitynow.org/resource/rep...
Our new report exposes the legal barriers in #Kazakhstan, #Kyrgyzstan & #Uzbekistan, and what must change.
Read it here: equalitynow.org/resource/rep...
December 9, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Women with disabilities in Central Asia face some of the highest rates of sexual violence and the lowest access to justice.
Our new report exposes the legal barriers in #Kazakhstan, #Kyrgyzstan & #Uzbekistan, and what must change.
Read it here: equalitynow.org/resource/rep...
Our new report exposes the legal barriers in #Kazakhstan, #Kyrgyzstan & #Uzbekistan, and what must change.
Read it here: equalitynow.org/resource/rep...
Women with disabilities face some of the highest rates of sexual violence, and some of the lowest chances of justice.
Our new report, launching next week, exposes the legal barriers in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan & Uzbekistan.
Sign up to get it first buff.ly/VVugZDq
#IDPD
Our new report, launching next week, exposes the legal barriers in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan & Uzbekistan.
Sign up to get it first buff.ly/VVugZDq
#IDPD
December 3, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Women with disabilities face some of the highest rates of sexual violence, and some of the lowest chances of justice.
Our new report, launching next week, exposes the legal barriers in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan & Uzbekistan.
Sign up to get it first buff.ly/VVugZDq
#IDPD
Our new report, launching next week, exposes the legal barriers in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan & Uzbekistan.
Sign up to get it first buff.ly/VVugZDq
#IDPD
Starting #16Days with an urgent truth: online abuse spreads fast, hits hard, and is often ignored by outdated laws.
It’s time to take digital sexual violence seriously.
🔗 Read more equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
It’s time to take digital sexual violence seriously.
🔗 Read more equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
November 25, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Starting #16Days with an urgent truth: online abuse spreads fast, hits hard, and is often ignored by outdated laws.
It’s time to take digital sexual violence seriously.
🔗 Read more equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
It’s time to take digital sexual violence seriously.
🔗 Read more equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
Next week, we’re co-sponsoring a UN side event “Proactive by Design: Leveraging Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Digital Innovation to Prevent Human Trafficking”.
Join us on 24 Nov at UN HQ. Register at: buff.ly/NivGKjU
#EndTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #UN
Join us on 24 Nov at UN HQ. Register at: buff.ly/NivGKjU
#EndTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #UN
November 20, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Next week, we’re co-sponsoring a UN side event “Proactive by Design: Leveraging Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Digital Innovation to Prevent Human Trafficking”.
Join us on 24 Nov at UN HQ. Register at: buff.ly/NivGKjU
#EndTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #UN
Join us on 24 Nov at UN HQ. Register at: buff.ly/NivGKjU
#EndTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #UN
We’re thrilled to hear the news that #Grenada has amended its Marriage Act to raise the minimum legal age of marriage to 18, removing exceptions for parental consent.
This is a strong step forward in protecting girls and advancing legal equality.
#EqualityWins #EndChildMarriage #LegalReform
This is a strong step forward in protecting girls and advancing legal equality.
#EqualityWins #EndChildMarriage #LegalReform
November 14, 2025 at 6:50 PM
We’re thrilled to hear the news that #Grenada has amended its Marriage Act to raise the minimum legal age of marriage to 18, removing exceptions for parental consent.
This is a strong step forward in protecting girls and advancing legal equality.
#EqualityWins #EndChildMarriage #LegalReform
This is a strong step forward in protecting girls and advancing legal equality.
#EqualityWins #EndChildMarriage #LegalReform
Looking for expert tools to advance gender equality?
Explore Equality Now’s Policy & Practice centre, a curated library of legal resources, reports, and advocacy guides, with select content in Arabic, French, Russian & Spanish.
🔗 equalitynow.org/policy-and-p...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform
Explore Equality Now’s Policy & Practice centre, a curated library of legal resources, reports, and advocacy guides, with select content in Arabic, French, Russian & Spanish.
🔗 equalitynow.org/policy-and-p...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform
November 5, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Looking for expert tools to advance gender equality?
Explore Equality Now’s Policy & Practice centre, a curated library of legal resources, reports, and advocacy guides, with select content in Arabic, French, Russian & Spanish.
🔗 equalitynow.org/policy-and-p...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform
Explore Equality Now’s Policy & Practice centre, a curated library of legal resources, reports, and advocacy guides, with select content in Arabic, French, Russian & Spanish.
🔗 equalitynow.org/policy-and-p...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform
Legal inequality is driving the gender pay gap. Women earn ~23% less than men, and are more likely to lack paid leave and pensions.
These are legal failures, and they’re changeable.
🔗 This #EqualPayDay find out more about how you can support our work equalitynow.org/get-involved/
These are legal failures, and they’re changeable.
🔗 This #EqualPayDay find out more about how you can support our work equalitynow.org/get-involved/
September 18, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Legal inequality is driving the gender pay gap. Women earn ~23% less than men, and are more likely to lack paid leave and pensions.
These are legal failures, and they’re changeable.
🔗 This #EqualPayDay find out more about how you can support our work equalitynow.org/get-involved/
These are legal failures, and they’re changeable.
🔗 This #EqualPayDay find out more about how you can support our work equalitynow.org/get-involved/
This #InternationalYouthDay, we're spotlighting a critical gap in global digital policymaking: Young people are being excluded from decisions that shape their digital lives.
It’s time their voices were heard. 🔗 equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#DigitalRights#YouthVoices @audrights.bsky.social
It’s time their voices were heard. 🔗 equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#DigitalRights#YouthVoices @audrights.bsky.social
August 12, 2025 at 6:29 PM
This #InternationalYouthDay, we're spotlighting a critical gap in global digital policymaking: Young people are being excluded from decisions that shape their digital lives.
It’s time their voices were heard. 🔗 equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#DigitalRights#YouthVoices @audrights.bsky.social
It’s time their voices were heard. 🔗 equalitynow.org/news/news-an...
#DigitalRights#YouthVoices @audrights.bsky.social
H.R. 3492 misrepresents #FGM by equating it with gender-affirming care.
This harmful bill weakens protections for girls at risk and stigmatises trans communities.
Read our joint open letter with 90+ orgs calling on the US Congress to reject it:
🔗 buff.ly/fs9axis
#EndFGM #RejectHR3492
This harmful bill weakens protections for girls at risk and stigmatises trans communities.
Read our joint open letter with 90+ orgs calling on the US Congress to reject it:
🔗 buff.ly/fs9axis
#EndFGM #RejectHR3492
July 24, 2025 at 1:48 PM
H.R. 3492 misrepresents #FGM by equating it with gender-affirming care.
This harmful bill weakens protections for girls at risk and stigmatises trans communities.
Read our joint open letter with 90+ orgs calling on the US Congress to reject it:
🔗 buff.ly/fs9axis
#EndFGM #RejectHR3492
This harmful bill weakens protections for girls at risk and stigmatises trans communities.
Read our joint open letter with 90+ orgs calling on the US Congress to reject it:
🔗 buff.ly/fs9axis
#EndFGM #RejectHR3492
It’s official: Missouri has banned #childmarriage. The Governor signed a law making marriage under 18 illegal, no exceptions. A huge win for survivors, advocates & children across the state.
231 minors were legally married in the state from 2019–21. That ends now.
#EndChildMarriage
231 minors were legally married in the state from 2019–21. That ends now.
#EndChildMarriage
July 11, 2025 at 5:29 PM
It’s official: Missouri has banned #childmarriage. The Governor signed a law making marriage under 18 illegal, no exceptions. A huge win for survivors, advocates & children across the state.
231 minors were legally married in the state from 2019–21. That ends now.
#EndChildMarriage
231 minors were legally married in the state from 2019–21. That ends now.
#EndChildMarriage
Discriminatory laws still hold women & girls back worldwide. 🌍
On 17 July, join leaders & advocates at #HLPF2025 to explore how legal equality can unlock the SDGs & deliver real change.
Register at equalitynow.org/event/gender...
#GenderEquality #LegalEquality
On 17 July, join leaders & advocates at #HLPF2025 to explore how legal equality can unlock the SDGs & deliver real change.
Register at equalitynow.org/event/gender...
#GenderEquality #LegalEquality
July 10, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Discriminatory laws still hold women & girls back worldwide. 🌍
On 17 July, join leaders & advocates at #HLPF2025 to explore how legal equality can unlock the SDGs & deliver real change.
Register at equalitynow.org/event/gender...
#GenderEquality #LegalEquality
On 17 July, join leaders & advocates at #HLPF2025 to explore how legal equality can unlock the SDGs & deliver real change.
Register at equalitynow.org/event/gender...
#GenderEquality #LegalEquality
In 2024, global gender equality faced new challenges. But together, we advanced justice for over 52M women and girls.
Our latest Impact Report shows what’s possible when we persist.
🔗 equalitynow.org/what-we-do/o...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform #EqualityNow
Our latest Impact Report shows what’s possible when we persist.
🔗 equalitynow.org/what-we-do/o...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform #EqualityNow
July 10, 2025 at 7:43 PM
In 2024, global gender equality faced new challenges. But together, we advanced justice for over 52M women and girls.
Our latest Impact Report shows what’s possible when we persist.
🔗 equalitynow.org/what-we-do/o...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform #EqualityNow
Our latest Impact Report shows what’s possible when we persist.
🔗 equalitynow.org/what-we-do/o...
#GenderEquality #LegalReform #EqualityNow
Oregon’s bill on #ChildMarriage has been signed into law! @equalitynow's Anastasia Law worked with partners, Unchained At Last, & testified in favor of the bill, which sets the minimum age of marriage at 18, no exceptions. 1 more US state where girls will be protected from this harmful practice.
May 29, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Oregon’s bill on #ChildMarriage has been signed into law! @equalitynow's Anastasia Law worked with partners, Unchained At Last, & testified in favor of the bill, which sets the minimum age of marriage at 18, no exceptions. 1 more US state where girls will be protected from this harmful practice.
Connecticut is one of just 9 U.S. states without a law banning FGM. SB1438 could change that in 2025—if lawmakers strengthen it first. Survivors deserve justice, protection, and education for all. Take action now: bit.ly/3GBVPsc
#EndFGM #SB1438 #CTLegislature
#EndFGM #SB1438 #CTLegislature
May 5, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Connecticut is one of just 9 U.S. states without a law banning FGM. SB1438 could change that in 2025—if lawmakers strengthen it first. Survivors deserve justice, protection, and education for all. Take action now: bit.ly/3GBVPsc
#EndFGM #SB1438 #CTLegislature
#EndFGM #SB1438 #CTLegislature
Outdated laws rooted in force-based definitions of rape are failing survivors across Latin America & the Caribbean. Our new guide with ParlAmericas supports parliamentarians in advancing consent-based legislation that upholds survivors’ rights.
🔗https://buff.ly/iYGE2lv
#SAAM #Consent
🔗https://buff.ly/iYGE2lv
#SAAM #Consent
April 8, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Sexual violence is a legal and systemic failure. This #SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth, we’re calling out the laws, gaps & failures that keep survivors from justice.
🔗 buff.ly/bFDQ37J
#EndSexualViolence #SAAM2025
🔗 buff.ly/bFDQ37J
#EndSexualViolence #SAAM2025
April 1, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Sexual violence is a legal and systemic failure. This #SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth, we’re calling out the laws, gaps & failures that keep survivors from justice.
🔗 buff.ly/bFDQ37J
#EndSexualViolence #SAAM2025
🔗 buff.ly/bFDQ37J
#EndSexualViolence #SAAM2025
Canada signs the #BelémDoParáConvention, reinforcing its commitment to end violence against women. We urge full ratification and call on the U.S. to join the movement.
🔗 Read our full statement: buff.ly/jkOT8oT
🔗 Read our full statement: buff.ly/jkOT8oT
March 14, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Canada signs the #BelémDoParáConvention, reinforcing its commitment to end violence against women. We urge full ratification and call on the U.S. to join the movement.
🔗 Read our full statement: buff.ly/jkOT8oT
🔗 Read our full statement: buff.ly/jkOT8oT
We are at a crossroads. Either the world takes a stand against rollback on #WomensRights or we risk losing decades of progress. The #BeijingPlatform set the global agenda for gender equality but it's only as strong as the political will upholding it - Equality Now #Beijing30
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@juristnews.bsky.social
March 12, 2025 at 7:33 AM
We are at a crossroads. Either the world takes a stand against rollback on #WomensRights or we risk losing decades of progress. The #BeijingPlatform set the global agenda for gender equality but it's only as strong as the political will upholding it - Equality Now #Beijing30
@juristnews.bsky.social
@juristnews.bsky.social
📢 New Report: Governments are failing on legal equality.
The Beijing+30 edition of Words & Deeds exposes failures and demands action.
Read more and download the report: buff.ly/qOgqEtn
#Beijing30 #GenderEquality #AddEquality #AddLegalEquality
The Beijing+30 edition of Words & Deeds exposes failures and demands action.
Read more and download the report: buff.ly/qOgqEtn
#Beijing30 #GenderEquality #AddEquality #AddLegalEquality
March 4, 2025 at 12:10 PM
📢 New Report: Governments are failing on legal equality.
The Beijing+30 edition of Words & Deeds exposes failures and demands action.
Read more and download the report: buff.ly/qOgqEtn
#Beijing30 #GenderEquality #AddEquality #AddLegalEquality
The Beijing+30 edition of Words & Deeds exposes failures and demands action.
Read more and download the report: buff.ly/qOgqEtn
#Beijing30 #GenderEquality #AddEquality #AddLegalEquality
📢 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action—how much progress has been made?
March 3, 2025 at 8:03 PM
📢 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action—how much progress has been made?
Join Equality Now Tuesday, March 4 at 11:30 am ET for a free virtual event to discuss global trends, including threats to democracy and a resurgence of anti-rights movements, and how we can organize and hope for a more equal future. Register today at buff.ly/4gWyq16.
February 28, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Join Equality Now Tuesday, March 4 at 11:30 am ET for a free virtual event to discuss global trends, including threats to democracy and a resurgence of anti-rights movements, and how we can organize and hope for a more equal future. Register today at buff.ly/4gWyq16.