Action GBV

Gender based violence occurs when girls are not sufficiently educated on their rights. To educate them we need funds. … Read More»

I am fortunate to serve on the Board of Directors of No More Tears, a non-profit in South Florida that provides individualized assistance to victims of domestic violence and their children. … Read More»

Megan sped past the countless oak trees not caring where she went."as long as I'm driving ,and driving away from him,I'm safe,”she thought to herself,her heart pounding and her sweaty hands gripping t … Read More»

Women and girls hardly ever fight the world's wars, but they often suffer the most. … Read More»

New IGWG Policy Brief, June 2010 Around the world, gender-based violence (GBV) is often viewed as a protection or legal rights issue, rather than a public health concern. … Read More»

Father's Day Call to Action - Help End Violence Against Women & Girls DIMANCH 27 JEN | SUNDAY JUNE 27 … Read More»

Reading the BBC news this morning, I came across Lyse Douset's piece on the most popular crimes of Afghan women in jail, which is "Bad Character." The report then explains that approximately half of t … Read More»

As I read this article about ending gender-based violence - the timing couldn't be more perfect. … Read More»

Isn't it sad when your home can not be a safe haven? Many women face trauma and excruciating events in their homes because of the interference of in-laws. … Read More»

One day my daughter came home after leaving an abusive relationship. She said to me, "Mom, all he had to do was be nice. Why was that so hard?" That does seem to be the bottom line. … Read More»