Digital Violence Is Real Violence. Why Prevention and Justice Must Catch Up
Digital violence against women and girls is escalating, with growing evidence linking online abuse, cyberstalking, and image-based abuse to real-world harm. As technology evolves faster than prevention and justice systems, survivors are left exposed to risk and inadequate protection. This blog explores the evidence behind technology-facilitated gender-based violence and outlines what must change to ensure…
5 Ways To Help A Person Going Through Gender-Based Violence
Gender-based violence isn’t just a personal issue. It’s a global crisis.
According to UN Women, nearly 1 in 3 women worldwide (about 736 million) have experienced physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. And those are just the cases we know about. Many more suffer in silence due to fear, stigma, or lack of support.
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Using Technology to Combat Conflict-Related Sexual Violence
Conflict-related sexual violence is one of the most horrific human rights violations, affecting women, men, girls, and boys in conflict zones at alarming rates.
Over the past decade, the UN has verified more than 51,000 cases, with a staggering 50% increase in 2023 alone. Women and girls account for 95% of victims, and nearly a…
Addressing Gender-Based Violence in Humanitarian Crises
When humanitarian crises erupt, whether due to conflict, natural disasters, or economic collapse, gender-based violence (GBV) often emerges as a hidden yet pervasive crisis in its own right. The breakdown of societal structures, the chaos of mass displacement, and the erosion of community cohesion create an environment where women and girls are disproportionately affected. Amid…
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