2022
16 Days Campaign to End Gender Based Violence
November 25 is recognized by the United Nations as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and is the day that kicks off the 16 days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. This campaign, hosted by UN Women, runs until December 10, Human Rights Day. Over the course of 16 days, Network Members and Supporters shared their work focused on raising the voices of women and youth, and their efforts in continuing to fight against gender-based violence.
Opinion
A Missed Opportunity: The Role of Faith Leaders in Ending Gender-Based Violence
Written by Abel Koka, Gender Equality, Equity and SRHR Activist based in Canada
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remains a significant yet preventable stumbling block towards achieving gender equality. Faith leaders, like decision-makers, policymakers, and everyone else in the community, have a critical role in addressing GBV. GBV affects people of all genders, ages, religions, cultures, ethnicities, geographic locations, and socio-economic backgrounds. However, despite their influence, faith leaders’ contributions and influence are overlooked in interventions to end all forms of violence against women and girls. Even when engaged … Read more
2022 Gallery of
Network Members Stand in Solidarity Against Gender-Based Violence
Amal Al Wahaibi, Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs Oman
David Das, National Council of Churches Bangladesh
Clotilda Andiensa, Center for Advocacy in Gender Equality and Action for Development
Clotilda Andiensa, Center for Advocacy in Gender Equality and Action for Development
Matthias Wevelsiep, The Network for Religious and Traditional Peacemakers
Venerable Nepan Thawornbanjob, The Institute of Buddhist Management for Happiness and Peace Foundation
Maganya Innocent, IRDIS Tangaza
Monicah Charo, Muslims for Human Rights
Ramatu Abdu, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People
Sara Laura Gonzalez, Lutheran World Federation
Ramatu Abdu, Association for the Welfare of Women and Indigenous People
Queen Gladys Mbuyah, Cameroon
Tongpang Kumzuk, The International Network of Engaged Buddhists
Sister Zeph, ZWEE Foundation
Fatima Hallal, Religions for Peace Youth Media Team
Nyasha Freeman, Youth Innovation Center
Laura Tufon, Justice and Peace Commission
Nura Detweiler, Berghof Foundation
Sivin Kit, Lutheran World Federation
Relebohile Lefojane, South Africa Youth Forum
Zainab Hassan, Somali Gender Equity Movement
Jessica Roland and Triss Yap [left to right], The Network for Religious and Traditional Peacemakers
Abdirisak Salaad, Solidarity Youth Voluntary Organization
Somboon Chungprampree, The International Network of Engaged Buddhists
Queen Gladys Mbuyah, Cameroon
Ruby Kholifah, Asian Muslim Action Network
Dalia Al Mokdad, Adyan Foundation
Milla Perukangas, The Network for Religious and Traditional Peacemakers
Rawaad Mahyub, A Common Word Among the Youth
Saumya Aggarwal, Youth for Peace International
Seconde Nyanzobe, ISOKO Partners for Peace and Gender Equality