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Women journalists and human rights defenders working in Lebanese frontlines face higher risks of cyber violence.
“The idea [behind repression] is to silence journalists [and] stop reporting on violations [or]corruption.” #NoTechForWar
Read on GenderITorg: genderit.org/feminist-tal...
@apc.org
“The idea [behind repression] is to silence journalists [and] stop reporting on violations [or]corruption.” #NoTechForWar
Read on GenderITorg: genderit.org/feminist-tal...
@apc.org
November 27, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Women journalists and human rights defenders working in Lebanese frontlines face higher risks of cyber violence.
“The idea [behind repression] is to silence journalists [and] stop reporting on violations [or]corruption.” #NoTechForWar
Read on GenderITorg: genderit.org/feminist-tal...
@apc.org
“The idea [behind repression] is to silence journalists [and] stop reporting on violations [or]corruption.” #NoTechForWar
Read on GenderITorg: genderit.org/feminist-tal...
@apc.org
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The UK-funded What Works initiative has proved that preventing violence against women & girls is possible. This #16DaysOfActivism we’re celebrating our inspiring community of Grantee Partners tackling violence against women and girls through What Works II.
Tap to learn more: tinyurl.com/5ma3p36x
Tap to learn more: tinyurl.com/5ma3p36x
16 Days of Activism 2025: How What Works II is Tackling VAWG
We strive to eliminate violence against women and girls on a global scale.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The UK-funded What Works initiative has proved that preventing violence against women & girls is possible. This #16DaysOfActivism we’re celebrating our inspiring community of Grantee Partners tackling violence against women and girls through What Works II.
Tap to learn more: tinyurl.com/5ma3p36x
Tap to learn more: tinyurl.com/5ma3p36x
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📜 Can reforming unequal inheritance rights reduce overall levels of violence against women (VAW)?
⚖️ In India, states that gave women equal inheritance rights saw a 36% drop in reported VAW over 28 years.
🔍 Explore the evidence: https://cutt.ly/CtwCvGZw
#UnderutilisedStrategies
⚖️ In India, states that gave women equal inheritance rights saw a 36% drop in reported VAW over 28 years.
🔍 Explore the evidence: https://cutt.ly/CtwCvGZw
#UnderutilisedStrategies
November 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM
📜 Can reforming unequal inheritance rights reduce overall levels of violence against women (VAW)?
⚖️ In India, states that gave women equal inheritance rights saw a 36% drop in reported VAW over 28 years.
🔍 Explore the evidence: https://cutt.ly/CtwCvGZw
#UnderutilisedStrategies
⚖️ In India, states that gave women equal inheritance rights saw a 36% drop in reported VAW over 28 years.
🔍 Explore the evidence: https://cutt.ly/CtwCvGZw
#UnderutilisedStrategies
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Today at #UNGA80, leaders, civil society & activists mark 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action - an urgent call to uphold women’s & girls’ rights worldwide. We’re launching a new Brief on working with g'ments to end #VAWC. Learn more: tinyurl.com/44xfkj5j
#Beijing30 #PreventionIsPossible
#Beijing30 #PreventionIsPossible
September 22, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Today at #UNGA80, leaders, civil society & activists mark 30 years since the Beijing Platform for Action - an urgent call to uphold women’s & girls’ rights worldwide. We’re launching a new Brief on working with g'ments to end #VAWC. Learn more: tinyurl.com/44xfkj5j
#Beijing30 #PreventionIsPossible
#Beijing30 #PreventionIsPossible
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Violence against women and girls is preventable.
Our Grantee projects and #research have identified effective strategies that can halve rates of #VAWG. With continued investment, we can end violence in our lifetime.
Learn more here: bit.ly/3FJ0wAl
#PreventionIsPossible
Our Grantee projects and #research have identified effective strategies that can halve rates of #VAWG. With continued investment, we can end violence in our lifetime.
Learn more here: bit.ly/3FJ0wAl
#PreventionIsPossible
June 4, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Violence against women and girls is preventable.
Our Grantee projects and #research have identified effective strategies that can halve rates of #VAWG. With continued investment, we can end violence in our lifetime.
Learn more here: bit.ly/3FJ0wAl
#PreventionIsPossible
Our Grantee projects and #research have identified effective strategies that can halve rates of #VAWG. With continued investment, we can end violence in our lifetime.
Learn more here: bit.ly/3FJ0wAl
#PreventionIsPossible
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🏫 Safety is the Foundation of Student Retention
Violence-free schools lead to fewer dropouts. Students remain where they feel safe, valued, and supported.
Violence-free schools lead to fewer dropouts. Students remain where they feel safe, valued, and supported.
September 29, 2025 at 12:06 PM
🏫 Safety is the Foundation of Student Retention
Violence-free schools lead to fewer dropouts. Students remain where they feel safe, valued, and supported.
Violence-free schools lead to fewer dropouts. Students remain where they feel safe, valued, and supported.
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Join us next week for an online panel discussion with global expert voices exploring how we can embed feminist #accountability in the prevention of violence against women and girls. Tap to learn more about our speakers and secure your place: tinyurl.com/5bnkenbd
#PreventionIsPossible
#PreventionIsPossible
August 21, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Join us next week for an online panel discussion with global expert voices exploring how we can embed feminist #accountability in the prevention of violence against women and girls. Tap to learn more about our speakers and secure your place: tinyurl.com/5bnkenbd
#PreventionIsPossible
#PreventionIsPossible
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Prime Minister - Official Trailer | Jacinda Ardern Documentary | In theaters June 13
YouTube video by Magnolia Pictures & Magnet Releasing
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May 21, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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Today, the UK Government has sent a clear message: it is choosing not to stand with women & girls.
To avoid being remembered as one of the worst for women and girls, it must immediately reverse these cuts and protect their rights.
Full statement: careint.uk/3GOebGr
To avoid being remembered as one of the worst for women and girls, it must immediately reverse these cuts and protect their rights.
Full statement: careint.uk/3GOebGr
May 13, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Today, the UK Government has sent a clear message: it is choosing not to stand with women & girls.
To avoid being remembered as one of the worst for women and girls, it must immediately reverse these cuts and protect their rights.
Full statement: careint.uk/3GOebGr
To avoid being remembered as one of the worst for women and girls, it must immediately reverse these cuts and protect their rights.
Full statement: careint.uk/3GOebGr
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Women and girls are always the first to be let down.
We will not accept this.
We’ve seen decade after decade what happens when we invest in women. Whole communities benefit. Our whole world benefits.
This government must protect women and girls rights, and fund #GenderEquality.
We will not accept this.
We’ve seen decade after decade what happens when we invest in women. Whole communities benefit. Our whole world benefits.
This government must protect women and girls rights, and fund #GenderEquality.
May 14, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Women and girls are always the first to be let down.
We will not accept this.
We’ve seen decade after decade what happens when we invest in women. Whole communities benefit. Our whole world benefits.
This government must protect women and girls rights, and fund #GenderEquality.
We will not accept this.
We’ve seen decade after decade what happens when we invest in women. Whole communities benefit. Our whole world benefits.
This government must protect women and girls rights, and fund #GenderEquality.
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“The government’s rhetoric about “global charity” and its decision to make savings on the backs of #women & girls marks a dangerous shift away from the British values of inclusion & solidarity that it claims to celebrate.” – Dr Helen Pankhurst
Read the letter in @theguardian.com:
careint.uk/45aGJ7e
Read the letter in @theguardian.com:
careint.uk/45aGJ7e
Britain’s aid cuts will be catastrophic for women and girls | Letters
Letters: Dr Helen Pankhurst says the large-scale reduction in international aid will ultimately impact the government’s own agenda for peace and growth. Plus a letter from Trevor Bonner
careint.uk
May 16, 2025 at 12:04 PM
“The government’s rhetoric about “global charity” and its decision to make savings on the backs of #women & girls marks a dangerous shift away from the British values of inclusion & solidarity that it claims to celebrate.” – Dr Helen Pankhurst
Read the letter in @theguardian.com:
careint.uk/45aGJ7e
Read the letter in @theguardian.com:
careint.uk/45aGJ7e
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📸 Photo highlights from a fantastic 1st day at the What Works II APM in #Ethiopia bringing together over 100 colleagues from 50+ organisations working across programme 🇪🇹
Today we heard insights from Grantee & Programme Partners and an inspiring message of solidarity from #FCDO.
#VAWGPrevention
Today we heard insights from Grantee & Programme Partners and an inspiring message of solidarity from #FCDO.
#VAWGPrevention
April 28, 2025 at 8:34 PM
📸 Photo highlights from a fantastic 1st day at the What Works II APM in #Ethiopia bringing together over 100 colleagues from 50+ organisations working across programme 🇪🇹
Today we heard insights from Grantee & Programme Partners and an inspiring message of solidarity from #FCDO.
#VAWGPrevention
Today we heard insights from Grantee & Programme Partners and an inspiring message of solidarity from #FCDO.
#VAWGPrevention
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We believe in the power of #Evidence to change #Policy and influence governments to prevent violence against women.
Dr Mary Ellsberg, Programme Director of the Global Women's Institute at the George Washington University delivers her opening remarks at Day 2 of our APM.
#VAWG
Dr Mary Ellsberg, Programme Director of the Global Women's Institute at the George Washington University delivers her opening remarks at Day 2 of our APM.
#VAWG
April 29, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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We’re looking forward to welcoming our What Works II Programme and Grantee Partners, Advisory Board and #FCDO to our APM 2025 next week, sharing insights from across the Programme and incredible Grantee Partners working to end #VAWG 💜
Read more: bit.ly/3Ene9EU
#VAWGPrevention
Read more: bit.ly/3Ene9EU
#VAWGPrevention
April 25, 2025 at 5:22 PM
We’re looking forward to welcoming our What Works II Programme and Grantee Partners, Advisory Board and #FCDO to our APM 2025 next week, sharing insights from across the Programme and incredible Grantee Partners working to end #VAWG 💜
Read more: bit.ly/3Ene9EU
#VAWGPrevention
Read more: bit.ly/3Ene9EU
#VAWGPrevention
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Netflix’s #Adolescence's an overdue catalyst for change, but pitfalls must be avoided
@menengage.bsky.social recommends to:
-support efforts to transform #masculinities for #genderequality #endGBV
-provide pathways to support men/boys to fulfilling-healthy-happier lives
menengage.org/stories/netf...
@menengage.bsky.social recommends to:
-support efforts to transform #masculinities for #genderequality #endGBV
-provide pathways to support men/boys to fulfilling-healthy-happier lives
menengage.org/stories/netf...
Netflix's Adolescence is an overdue catalyst for change, but pitfalls must be avoided - MenEngage
As Netflix's Adolescence ignites global debate, MenEngage Alliance demands policy actions and increased resources to tackle the roots of the issues raised by the series.
menengage.org
April 9, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Netflix’s #Adolescence's an overdue catalyst for change, but pitfalls must be avoided
@menengage.bsky.social recommends to:
-support efforts to transform #masculinities for #genderequality #endGBV
-provide pathways to support men/boys to fulfilling-healthy-happier lives
menengage.org/stories/netf...
@menengage.bsky.social recommends to:
-support efforts to transform #masculinities for #genderequality #endGBV
-provide pathways to support men/boys to fulfilling-healthy-happier lives
menengage.org/stories/netf...
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Transforming the fight against TF-GBV requires innovative tools, deeper research, and global collaboration. From deepfake abuse to adolescent attitudes, let's bridge the gaps and drive change. Check out our key takeaways from our latest #virtualroundtable. #TFGBV #DataForGood
March 12, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Transforming the fight against TF-GBV requires innovative tools, deeper research, and global collaboration. From deepfake abuse to adolescent attitudes, let's bridge the gaps and drive change. Check out our key takeaways from our latest #virtualroundtable. #TFGBV #DataForGood
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📢Are you attending CSW69?
We are co-hosting an event with the Society of Gender Professionals at CSW69 on the 21st of March!
Register here: tinyurl.com/IntersectionalSolutionsCSW2025
#CSW #CSW69 #GenderEquality #ClimateAction #ReducedInequalities #CounterAntiGender
We are co-hosting an event with the Society of Gender Professionals at CSW69 on the 21st of March!
Register here: tinyurl.com/IntersectionalSolutionsCSW2025
#CSW #CSW69 #GenderEquality #ClimateAction #ReducedInequalities #CounterAntiGender
March 4, 2025 at 4:07 PM
📢Are you attending CSW69?
We are co-hosting an event with the Society of Gender Professionals at CSW69 on the 21st of March!
Register here: tinyurl.com/IntersectionalSolutionsCSW2025
#CSW #CSW69 #GenderEquality #ClimateAction #ReducedInequalities #CounterAntiGender
We are co-hosting an event with the Society of Gender Professionals at CSW69 on the 21st of March!
Register here: tinyurl.com/IntersectionalSolutionsCSW2025
#CSW #CSW69 #GenderEquality #ClimateAction #ReducedInequalities #CounterAntiGender
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Want to learn what makes a successful programme to prevent violence against women? 🌟
Keep an eye out for applications for the next cohort of our facilitated course ‘How to Succeed at #VAWPrevention’
Visit our webpage to learn more about the course -
https://cutt.ly/ertIxKR5
Keep an eye out for applications for the next cohort of our facilitated course ‘How to Succeed at #VAWPrevention’
Visit our webpage to learn more about the course -
https://cutt.ly/ertIxKR5
March 6, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Want to learn what makes a successful programme to prevent violence against women? 🌟
Keep an eye out for applications for the next cohort of our facilitated course ‘How to Succeed at #VAWPrevention’
Visit our webpage to learn more about the course -
https://cutt.ly/ertIxKR5
Keep an eye out for applications for the next cohort of our facilitated course ‘How to Succeed at #VAWPrevention’
Visit our webpage to learn more about the course -
https://cutt.ly/ertIxKR5
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UNITED KINGDOM: The head of the British Army, General Sir Roly Walker, has condemned the ‘appalling and shameful behaviour’ of officers after more than 1,000 women shared stories of abuse and sexual harassment.
#VAW #StopRapeCulture #Rape #UK #violenceagainstwomen #sexualharassment
#VAW #StopRapeCulture #Rape #UK #violenceagainstwomen #sexualharassment
Army inquest hears of widespread sexual harassment claims
The British Army has condemned ‘appalling and shameful behaviour’ after more than 1,000 women shared stories of sexual harassment.
www.personneltoday.com
March 6, 2025 at 10:10 AM
UNITED KINGDOM: The head of the British Army, General Sir Roly Walker, has condemned the ‘appalling and shameful behaviour’ of officers after more than 1,000 women shared stories of abuse and sexual harassment.
#VAW #StopRapeCulture #Rape #UK #violenceagainstwomen #sexualharassment
#VAW #StopRapeCulture #Rape #UK #violenceagainstwomen #sexualharassment
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At Oak Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of core funding.
In her blog post for the Center for Effective Philanthropy, Silvia Guizzardi, our senior adviser for impact, delves into the evidence behind core funding and why it matters.
👉Read more here: cep.org/blog/unlocki...
In her blog post for the Center for Effective Philanthropy, Silvia Guizzardi, our senior adviser for impact, delves into the evidence behind core funding and why it matters.
👉Read more here: cep.org/blog/unlocki...
Unlocking Potential and Supporting Resilience: A Look at The Growing Evidence for Unrestricted Funding | The Center for Effective Philanthropy
All the evidence that I consulted confirms that unrestricted funding helps organizations to expand their reach and engage in new projects.
cep.org
March 6, 2025 at 2:18 PM
At Oak Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of core funding.
In her blog post for the Center for Effective Philanthropy, Silvia Guizzardi, our senior adviser for impact, delves into the evidence behind core funding and why it matters.
👉Read more here: cep.org/blog/unlocki...
In her blog post for the Center for Effective Philanthropy, Silvia Guizzardi, our senior adviser for impact, delves into the evidence behind core funding and why it matters.
👉Read more here: cep.org/blog/unlocki...
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Our lovely friend Helen wrote this after our recent discussions about inner work - and really captured the spirit of a conversation that moved all of us. Shifting systems, creating change, really is rooted in truly honest conversations just like this. #systemschange
www.ciacic.com/post/shiftin...
www.ciacic.com/post/shiftin...
Shifting Systems Through Honest Conversations
It was clear from the stories people shared that the systems we strive to change are not merely external constructs, but are deeply enmeshed...
www.ciacic.com
March 6, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Our lovely friend Helen wrote this after our recent discussions about inner work - and really captured the spirit of a conversation that moved all of us. Shifting systems, creating change, really is rooted in truly honest conversations just like this. #systemschange
www.ciacic.com/post/shiftin...
www.ciacic.com/post/shiftin...
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#CSW69
This year we’re reflecting on 30yrs of progress since the Beijing Declaration
Interested in participating, either online or in person?
ℹ️ menengage.org/stories/7-wa...
JoinUs-Men/boys as agents of change to feminism & tackling barriers to solidarity
03/12-10AMEDT
®️ bit.ly/CSW12March
#Beijing30
This year we’re reflecting on 30yrs of progress since the Beijing Declaration
Interested in participating, either online or in person?
ℹ️ menengage.org/stories/7-wa...
JoinUs-Men/boys as agents of change to feminism & tackling barriers to solidarity
03/12-10AMEDT
®️ bit.ly/CSW12March
#Beijing30
March 6, 2025 at 4:39 PM
#CSW69
This year we’re reflecting on 30yrs of progress since the Beijing Declaration
Interested in participating, either online or in person?
ℹ️ menengage.org/stories/7-wa...
JoinUs-Men/boys as agents of change to feminism & tackling barriers to solidarity
03/12-10AMEDT
®️ bit.ly/CSW12March
#Beijing30
This year we’re reflecting on 30yrs of progress since the Beijing Declaration
Interested in participating, either online or in person?
ℹ️ menengage.org/stories/7-wa...
JoinUs-Men/boys as agents of change to feminism & tackling barriers to solidarity
03/12-10AMEDT
®️ bit.ly/CSW12March
#Beijing30
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𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮
Join us on 20 February 2025 at 3pm SAST for an insightful discussion on the report’s findings and how this agenda can catalyze action. #CSV
➡️ Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us on 20 February 2025 at 3pm SAST for an insightful discussion on the report’s findings and how this agenda can catalyze action. #CSV
➡️ Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
February 17, 2025 at 12:29 PM
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮
Join us on 20 February 2025 at 3pm SAST for an insightful discussion on the report’s findings and how this agenda can catalyze action. #CSV
➡️ Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us on 20 February 2025 at 3pm SAST for an insightful discussion on the report’s findings and how this agenda can catalyze action. #CSV
➡️ Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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A year ago, Equality Now and the Alliance for Universal Digital Rights (AUDRi) launched a key report on #doxing—one of the most insidious forms of online abuse. There is still the need for legal reforms and stronger industry action. Read the full report ➡️
Briefing Paper: Doxing, Digital Abuse, and the Law - Equality Now
Preliminary research findings on the legal frameworks in nine focus jurisdictions designed to protect people from doxing, a form of online harassment.
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February 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM
A year ago, Equality Now and the Alliance for Universal Digital Rights (AUDRi) launched a key report on #doxing—one of the most insidious forms of online abuse. There is still the need for legal reforms and stronger industry action. Read the full report ➡️