High rates of gender-based violence prompt local action in Haldimand-Norfolk

The role of structural and interpersonal violence in the lives of women: a conceptual shift in prevention of gender-based violence - BMC Women's Health

“For the first time in Greece, the Lost Dolls festival brings together street culture and social awareness,” said Penni Paschalidou-Kaltaki, the organization’s spokesperson, to ERT3. “On May 23, WE Skg is transformed into a space where music, graffiti, tattoos and art installations meet the need for social change. The WE facade hosts the impressive installation “Dolls” and unique graffiti murals, which will remain as lasting symbols of the need …

Thailand: Laws and practices do not meet international obligations to address gender-based violence, ICJ tells UN Committee

On 19 May, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ), in collaboration with the Thai NGO SHero Thailand, submitted an alternative report to the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW Committee) ahead of its upcoming review of Thailand’s compliance with its obligations under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). This review follows the State party’s submission of i…

Alberta - Supporting survivors of gender-based violence

Everyone deserves to live their lives in safety, free from fear and violence. Gender-based violence is a crime that is happening every day, in every community, and it is everyone's responsibility . . .

The Municipal Syndica, Olivia Franco, expressed outrage at the recent resolution of the TEE in favor of the leader who violated and was pointed out for making misogynistic comments in a Commission Session. Despite the strong evidence presented against him, the councillor was absolved by a resolution that has revealed the shortcomings to address and understand gender-based violence in the political and institutional sphere. Franco denounced that,…

High rates of gender-based violence prompt local action in Haldimand-Norfolk

Haldimand-Norfolk is taking a hard look at gender-based violence in the region, following a report from the Haldimand-Norfolk Justice for Women Review Team. The review, led by chair Amber Wardell, highlights serious concerns over the high and rising rates of gender-based violence and femicide, particularly in rural areas like Haldimand and Norfolk Counties. Femicide, as defined by the Ontario Association of Interval and Transition Houses (OAITH)…