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Honoring Efua Dorkenoo: A Tribute by Alice Walker, Read by Meryl Streep
Today marks the 10th anniversary of the passing of Efua Dorkenoo, a trailblazer in the global fight to end female genital mutilation (FGM). Her tireless…
The Inclusion of Women in the Future of Afghanistan, UNGA79
On September 23, 2024, the Women’s Forum on Afghanistan partnered with the Permanent Missions of Ireland, Indonesia, Switzerland, and Qatar to host a high-level event…
Prostitution and Violence Against Women and Girls Report of UNSRVAW Ms. Reem Alsalem
On June 21, 2024, Ms. Reem Alsalem, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls presented her historic report on Prostitution & Violence…
Protecting Girls in The Gambia from Female Genital Mutilation
GAMCOTRAP activists Monday We’re writing to you today with urgent news from The Gambia, where lawmakers have taken a dangerous step backward in the fight…
“Cutting Season” 2023
Give the Gift of Safety: Ending FGM During the Holidays Girls at the Galkayo Center (GECPD), Somalia While the holidays are a festive time for many,…
Unveiling Injustice: A Cry for Equality on Human Rights Day
On this Human Rights Day, we find ourselves at a pivotal juncture, faced with ever-mounting geopolitical crises and devastating challenges to women’s rights. Amid this formidable moment, the Universal Declaration…
UNGA 78: #GlobalSolidarity with Afghan Women and Girls
On Tuesday, September 19th, the first day of the UN General Assembly’s High-Level Week, the Women’s Forum on Afghanistan (WFA) co-hosted a side event with the UN Missions of Ireland, Indonesia,…
May 2023 Bulletin
On March 13th, two university students were sexually abused and murdered in Chosica, Peru, highlighting the urgent need for action to end violence against women and girls.
Peruvian feminists fighting femicide need your help
On March 13th, two university students were sexually abused and murdered in Chosica, Peru, highlighting the urgent need for action to end violence against women and girls.
Celebrating Women Worldwide
Today is International Women’s Day. Despite decades of hard work, the world remains a dangerous place for women and girls.
Òlòtūré: Event to Raise Awareness on Sex Trafficking in Nigeria
After many months of planning, the Gloria Steinem Equality Fund to End Sex Trafficking in partnership with the Italian/Nigerian organization Associazione Iroko Onlus, organized two special screenings of Kenneth Gyang’s film Òlòtūré, in Abuja and Benin City.