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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 1d

This work - to meet people's urgent needs, to end the occupation and to demand human rights for all people - began decades ago. And it will continue, together with our partners and with human rights defenders worldwide.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 5d

The real solution to addressing climate catastrophe isn’t militarization or efforts to expand profits.

It’s justice.

“Communities are rising up, taking collective action grounded in solidarity, reciprocity, care, and radical imagination..." https://bit.ly/3KDzEDT

Justice Is the Real Solution to the Climate Crisis — GLOBAL RESILIENCE FUND

www.theglobalresiliencefund.org

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Rosa Luxemburg NYC @rosaluxnyc.bsky.social · 5d

We are deeply saddened to hear of Rose’s passing. Her wisdom, generosity, and tireless advocacy for Indigenous women and girls touched many lives. Rose’s legacy will continue to guide and inspire us. Our thoughts are with her family and community.

MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 8d

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of long-time friend, partner, & feminist activist Rose Cunningham Kain.

We are sad to have lost such a presence in our lives, but we are grateful to hold onto our memories of you.

Rest well, friend.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 8d

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of long-time friend, partner, & feminist activist Rose Cunningham Kain.

We are sad to have lost such a presence in our lives, but we are grateful to hold onto our memories of you.

Rest well, friend.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 13d

As a member of the @ngowgwps.bsky.social, we are proud to sign the 2025 Open Letter calling on the #UNSC and Member States to defend 25 years of the #WPS agenda.

🤝 Read our letter and join us here: wps.ngo/sign

Illustration of women in protest, holding a sign that reads: "Time to Act for 1325." Additional text states: "We will not be silent and neither should you."

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 13d

Created by the Nationwide Organization of Visually Impaired Empowered Ladies, the “Aha! Iba Na si Eba!” series highlights the work of their Let Our Voices Echo program to ensure access to quality, inclusive, and accessible education in the Philippines.

Watch now: https://bit.ly/4nHJ27G

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 15d

Girl leaders know best how to mobilize their communities. Fostering spaces for their growth and leadership forms a balanced power dynamic that advances the rights of all genders.

Learn more about how MADRE supports intergenerational organizing https://bit.ly/4nb0m5g

Image of a Kenyan toddler wearing traditional headwear and a blue polka dot sweater staring forward during a session.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 20d

Professor Lisa Davis, a MADRE advisor, explains why the ICC’s arrest warrants for senior Taliban leaders are a major milestone for Afghanistan – and the global LGBTQIA+ community.

MADRE’s work in 2023 and 2024 helped lead to this moment: https://bit.ly/4p3IU40

The ICC’s Arrest Warrants Against Taliban Leaders Are Historic

The top court’s decision sets a clear precedent that persecuting LGBTQ people is a crime against humanity.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 20d

“Disability intersects with sex, caste, ethnicity, religion, region, and many other diverse gender identities. We are bringing these global perspectives together to shape the agenda for meaningful and inclusive disability policies." — Patima Gurung https://bit.ly/3KlsRhW

“We will be more in ten years' time”

Pratima Gurung has been advocating for the rights of Indigenous women with disabilities for years – in Nepal, across Asia, and globally. In this interview, she discusses progress, ongoing challenges, ...

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 20d

Congratulations to Women Now for Development for being awarded the 2025 ICIP Peace in Progress Award for its outstanding contribution to justice, peace, and feminist resistance in Syria! https://bit.ly/47PnSA4

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Text reads: Congratulations Women Now for Development. Women Now for Development works to organize women and girls to advance their rights and meet their needs. They are helping to build a new, peaceful Syria that respects and safeguards equal rights for all with a multi-layered approach that includes protecting survivors of war and gender-based violence, and providing trainings to build financial independence.

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NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security @ngowgwps.bsky.social · 23d

This October marks 25 years of the #WPS agenda. The best way to celebrate? By taking action to ensure its future.

Join us in telling Member States it's time to act to defend the values of the WPS agenda: wps.ngo/sign

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 21d

Feminists know that we are stronger together.

Last week, MADRE joined feminist leaders from across the country in Washington, DC, to build a human rights mandate for peace, diplomacy, and gender justice for the Women's Funding Network's #FeministFunded2025.

MADRE Executive Director Yifat Susskind speaks while on a panel alongside representati ves from Women Cross DMZ, Semillas, the New York Women's Foundation, and the Alliance for Diplomacy and Justice.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 23d

Today is the first day of #HispanicHeritageMonth! For over 40 years, MADRE has worked with a growing number of organizations worldwide, including Latin America. By centering local expertise, we build strong relationships to achieve lasting feminist change. MADRE.org

Graphic image of Latin America and the Caribbean over a purple background. Text reads: Did you know? MADRE works with 21 organizations and activists in 13 countries across Latin America.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 26d

As Pratima Gurung, of the National Indigenous Disabled Women Association Nepal, shares with @food4transform.bsky.social, people with disabilities are not objects—their political participation is a MUST.

“Disability is a social issue and therefore, everyone’s issue.“ bit.ly/3Ik9R2U

“We will be more in ten years' time”

Pratima Gurung has been advocating for the rights of Indigenous women with disabilities for years – in Nepal, across Asia, and globally. In this interview, she discusses progress, ongoing challenges, ...

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 26d

In Syria, dozens of Alawite women have been abducted due to their perceived association with the former Assad regime. Nora, a former abductee, was detained and abused for nearly a month. https://bit.ly/45KMVTl

Kidnapped, abused: Reports of missing Alawite women in Syria – DW – 07/11/2025

Dozens of Syrian Alawite women are missing — thought to have been abducted or worse. Motives behind the suspected abductions are thought to be political and criminal.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 27d

July’s ICC arrest warrants for Taliban leaders showed the world that persecuting LGBTQIA+ people can be a crime against humanity.

MADRE reports in 2023 and 2024 helped bring about this historic moment.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4p3IU40

The ICC’s Arrest Warrants Against Taliban Leaders Are Historic

The top court’s decision sets a clear precedent that persecuting LGBTQ people is a crime against humanity.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 28d

When war ends, danger is still everywhere. In Syria, Sana Ibrahim Baqir's home near Idlib now serves as an emergency medical point for NGOs removing landmines from the area. https://bit.ly/47jGUhH

In Syria, Landmines and Unexploded Ordnance Haunt the Return Home

The road to recovery is just beginning.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 29d

In Colombia, Gloria*'s 16-year-old son was abducted from their home and forced to join an armed group.

From 2021-2024, child recruitments in Colombia increased over 1000%. https://bit.ly/4lUKUss

‘Never touched a gun’: Colombia fighters step up child soldier recruitment

As Colombia’s conflicts continue to escalate, criminal organisations rely on young soldiers to bolster ranks.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 29d

Santoshi Bankariya is a leader supporting her village in Nepal. With the support of the National Indigenous Women's Forum & MADRE, Santoshi is ensuring that local youth have access to education & their Indigenous language.

“I realized that if I didn’t do this work, no one was coming to help us.”

Santoshi watches as one of her students writes on a white board.

Four young children sit at their desks with notebooks and pens.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · 29d

Despite decades of Presidents campaigning to end wars, every elected President has extended US military aggression around the world. People are paying the price, and US weapons contractors are cashing in. https://bit.ly/3VAxwip

Trump Isn't the Peace President. Is Such a Thing Possible?

Many voters hoped Donald Trump would end wars, but the president has broken that promise from Israel to Ukraine.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · Sep 8

In Kabul, the Taliban's Ministry of Vice and Virtue is strictly enforcing hijab laws. Vice patrols, now operating in military gear, are detaining women and girls across the city and warning families not to speak about the arrests. https://bit.ly/4mKkxHa

Taliban Intensifies Crackdown on Women in Kabul with Detentions and Family Threats - Shia Waves

Taliban authorities have escalated enforcement of their dress-code edicts in Kabul, detaining dozens of women and girls in recent days and warning families against disclosing details of the arrests. O...

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · Sep 8

In Mozambique, 240 women have been trained as peace sentinels to support the political participation of women.

Together, they created more than 55 safe spaces for women and girls. https://bit.ly/4lZgOnT.

Local Women Lead Peacebuilding and Recovery Efforts in Mozambique

Amid the challenges faced by conflict-affected communities in Mozambique, women have emerged as strategic agents of change. Rabeca Gerente Almeida Thomas, 51, is one such transformative example. A pas...

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · Sep 7

While evacuating Gaza, Rita couldn't help but think of the home she was leaving behind.

Her heart carried a small prayer, also carried by the hundreds of Palestinians crossing the border with her: "I want to go back." https://bit.ly/3JJOatC

Rita’s Gaza evacuation diary, part two: Crossing the gate to exile

A series of articles chronicling journalist Rita Baroud’s evacuation from Gaza in her own words.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · Sep 6

Despite overwhelming human, economic, and social costs, the ultimate outcomes of war are rarely assessed, and history repeats in every military escalation. Experts from Stimson Center ask: Is war ever worth it? https://bit.ly/41zEIyT

Is War Ever Really Worth It?

Experts discuss how to evaluate success and failure in war.

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MADRE @madrespeaks.bsky.social · Sep 5

We need intersectional feminism now, reports UN Women: "Black and Indigenous women, trans and queer youth, women with disabilities, girls in rural areas are living at the sharpest intersections of inequality & bearing the full weight of today's crises." https://bit.ly/4n6HNP7

Intersectional feminism: What it means and why it matters right now | UN Women – Headquarters

Learn what intersectional feminism means, why it matters, and how overlapping inequalities like racism, sexism, and classism shape people’s lives.

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