Why Bulgaria still struggles with gender-based violence DW 12/19/2024
Bulgarian society struggles with a stigma around domestic abuse, leading to high levels of gender-based violence.
Protect us alive, not dead': how women are starting to be heard on femicide in Ivory Coast
Women and girls in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, march against femicide and gender-based violence, demonstrating unity and resilience in the fight for their rights.
Murdered Uganda Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's funeral march begins in Kenya
Rebecca Cheptegei's murder highlights the urgent need to address gender-based violence, sparking widespread activism and mourning across Uganda and Kenya.
Femicide in Kosovo: Why do women keep being killed? DW 05/10/2024
Structural deficiencies in Kosovo contribute to the prevalence of gender-based violence despite legal measures being in place.
Femicide in Kenya: What's causing an epidemic of violence against women?
Activists are calling for more government measures to protect women in Kenya following a series of brutal murders.
Women are planning to assemble in protest to demand more action from authorities.
Shaken by Grisly Killings of Women, Activists in Africa Demand Change
Governments urged to address gender-based violence
Normalization of gender-based violence highlighted
Femicide recognized as distinct category
Why Bulgaria still struggles with gender-based violence DW 12/19/2024
Bulgarian society struggles with a stigma around domestic abuse, leading to high levels of gender-based violence.
Protect us alive, not dead': how women are starting to be heard on femicide in Ivory Coast
Women and girls in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, march against femicide and gender-based violence, demonstrating unity and resilience in the fight for their rights.
Murdered Uganda Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's funeral march begins in Kenya
Rebecca Cheptegei's murder highlights the urgent need to address gender-based violence, sparking widespread activism and mourning across Uganda and Kenya.
Femicide in Kosovo: Why do women keep being killed? DW 05/10/2024
Structural deficiencies in Kosovo contribute to the prevalence of gender-based violence despite legal measures being in place.
Femicide in Kenya: What's causing an epidemic of violence against women?
Activists are calling for more government measures to protect women in Kenya following a series of brutal murders.
Women are planning to assemble in protest to demand more action from authorities.
Shaken by Grisly Killings of Women, Activists in Africa Demand Change
Governments urged to address gender-based violence
Normalization of gender-based violence highlighted
The Gisele Pelicot rape trial shocked France and changed the country forever
Gisele Pelicot's case has amplified awareness of drug-facilitated sexual assaults and highlighted the importance of women's rights advocacy in France.
Verdicts due in historic rape trial that turned Gisele Pelicot into a feminist hero
The Independent provides crucial coverage on pressing issues like reproductive rights and gender-based violence, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
Thousands protest against femicides and sexual and sexist violence in France
The Independent advocates for accessible journalism on critical issues like women's rights, emphasizing the need for support to cover emerging stories.
The Gisele Pelicot rape trial shocked France and changed the country forever
Gisele Pelicot's case has amplified awareness of drug-facilitated sexual assaults and highlighted the importance of women's rights advocacy in France.
Verdicts due in historic rape trial that turned Gisele Pelicot into a feminist hero
The Independent provides crucial coverage on pressing issues like reproductive rights and gender-based violence, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
Thousands protest against femicides and sexual and sexist violence in France
The Independent advocates for accessible journalism on critical issues like women's rights, emphasizing the need for support to cover emerging stories.
Police fire tear gas at Kenya protesters rallying against femicide
Protests against gender-based violence in Kenya were met with police violence, raising concerns about human rights and the sincerity of government commitments to end femicide.
Chris Brown's Concerts Draw Protest in South Africa
Chris Brown's concerts in South Africa face protests due to his history of violence against women and the nation's ongoing issues with gender-based violence.
Australia: PM Albanese says domestic violence is a 'crisis' DW 04/29/2024
Domestic violence in Australia is labeled as a 'national crisis' by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, prompting calls for a national response and tougher laws against violence towards women.
Police fire tear gas at Kenya protesters rallying against femicide
Protests against gender-based violence in Kenya were met with police violence, raising concerns about human rights and the sincerity of government commitments to end femicide.
Chris Brown's Concerts Draw Protest in South Africa
Chris Brown's concerts in South Africa face protests due to his history of violence against women and the nation's ongoing issues with gender-based violence.
Australia: PM Albanese says domestic violence is a 'crisis' DW 04/29/2024
Domestic violence in Australia is labeled as a 'national crisis' by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, prompting calls for a national response and tougher laws against violence towards women.
Olympic Marathon Runner Dies After Being Set on Fire By Her Boyfriend
Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan runner, was tragically killed by domestic violence, emphasizing the urgent need to address gender-based violence.
Australia's new 'men's behavior change' secretary says the job won't be easy
Australia appointed first official for Men's Behavior Change to tackle domestic violence.
Man Accused of Killing Ugandan Olympic Runner in Gasoline Attack Dies
A tragic incident of gender-based violence involving Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei has highlighted alarming rates of violence against women in Africa.
In Germany, a woman is killed every day. That's proof the sexism we all experience is far from harmless' | Fatma Aydemir
The article emphasizes the ongoing epidemic of femicides in Germany, detailing personal experiences of women facing daily gender-based humiliation and violence.
Un algoritmo le dijo a la policia que ella estaba a salvo. Luego su esposo la mato
Spain relies on an algorithm, VioGen, to combat gender-based violence, but its effectiveness is debated due to fatal outcomes like Lobna Hemid's case.
Behind Closed Doors: Domestic Violence in the South Asian Community
Domestic violence in South Asian communities is prevalent and complex, influenced by cultural, economic, and psychological factors.
Olympic Marathon Runner Dies After Being Set on Fire By Her Boyfriend
Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan runner, was tragically killed by domestic violence, emphasizing the urgent need to address gender-based violence.
Australia's new 'men's behavior change' secretary says the job won't be easy
Australia appointed first official for Men's Behavior Change to tackle domestic violence.
Man Accused of Killing Ugandan Olympic Runner in Gasoline Attack Dies
A tragic incident of gender-based violence involving Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei has highlighted alarming rates of violence against women in Africa.
In Germany, a woman is killed every day. That's proof the sexism we all experience is far from harmless' | Fatma Aydemir
The article emphasizes the ongoing epidemic of femicides in Germany, detailing personal experiences of women facing daily gender-based humiliation and violence.
Un algoritmo le dijo a la policia que ella estaba a salvo. Luego su esposo la mato
Spain relies on an algorithm, VioGen, to combat gender-based violence, but its effectiveness is debated due to fatal outcomes like Lobna Hemid's case.
Behind Closed Doors: Domestic Violence in the South Asian Community
Domestic violence in South Asian communities is prevalent and complex, influenced by cultural, economic, and psychological factors.
Homeless woman raped by illegal immigrant at knifepoint told attacker 'God was watching'
Homeless women face severe dangers, and in cases of violence, many feel their lives are at risk rather than just their safety.
One in seven Irish people believe women are partially responsible for sexual violence if influenced by drugs or alcohol
A significant percentage of Irish people exhibit victim-blaming attitudes regarding sexual assault and gender-based violence, highlighting social challenges in addressing these issues.
Homeless woman raped by illegal immigrant at knifepoint told attacker 'God was watching'
Homeless women face severe dangers, and in cases of violence, many feel their lives are at risk rather than just their safety.
One in seven Irish people believe women are partially responsible for sexual violence if influenced by drugs or alcohol
A significant percentage of Irish people exhibit victim-blaming attitudes regarding sexual assault and gender-based violence, highlighting social challenges in addressing these issues.
PSNI failed' family of woman whose suspected murder it treated as suicide
The Police Service of Northern Ireland inadequately handled the investigation into Katie Simpson's death, initially dismissing it as a suicide rather than a potential murder.
Susana Draper, Princeton professor: The calling out of aggressors on social media often reproduces the tics of the punitive system'
Collective wisdom and real-world experience are crucial in combating gender-based violence, as emphasized by Susana Draper.
Gender-based violence: What's being done to protect women? DW 10/06/2024
Gender-based violence is pervasive and requires significant legal and societal change to protect victims and enact justice.
I am here to support you': Violetta, Sophia and Sara, the chatbots that assist victims of gender violence
Violetta chatbot supports gender-based violence victims in Mexico, providing anonymous assistance and encouraging them to seek help without fear or shame.
Indigenous Bolivian women take up taekwondo against gender-based violence
Lidia Mayta found empowerment in taekwondo after being attacked by robbers.
Warmi Power studio in Bolivia empowers Indigenous women through taekwondo training to combat gender-based violence.
Gender-based violence: What's being done to protect women? DW 10/06/2024
Gender-based violence is pervasive and requires significant legal and societal change to protect victims and enact justice.
I am here to support you': Violetta, Sophia and Sara, the chatbots that assist victims of gender violence
Violetta chatbot supports gender-based violence victims in Mexico, providing anonymous assistance and encouraging them to seek help without fear or shame.
Indigenous Bolivian women take up taekwondo against gender-based violence
Lidia Mayta found empowerment in taekwondo after being attacked by robbers.
Warmi Power studio in Bolivia empowers Indigenous women through taekwondo training to combat gender-based violence.
One in eight girls sexually assaulted or raped before turning 18, says Unicef
Over 370 million women and girls experienced sexual violence before 18, indicating a severe global crisis.
Women fleeing rape face coercion and control by Home Office contractors
Women in Home Office asylum seeker hotels face coercion, harassment, and a controlling environment, exacerbating trauma from past experiences of violence.
One in eight girls sexually assaulted or raped before turning 18, says Unicef
Over 370 million women and girls experienced sexual violence before 18, indicating a severe global crisis.
Women fleeing rape face coercion and control by Home Office contractors
Women in Home Office asylum seeker hotels face coercion, harassment, and a controlling environment, exacerbating trauma from past experiences of violence.
Defence Forces faced 'damning media scrutiny and political commentary' over Cathal Crotty case
The Defence Forces require regulatory reform to adequately address gender-based violence and member treatment. Morale has been impacted by negative public perception.
X shutdown and data blackout in Brazil: Opacity fosters toxic digital environments
Brazilian women in digital political spaces face harassment that silences important voices, risking the future of female participation in politics.
Smart but Depressed or Dumb but Happy: The Internet's Red Pill-Blue Pill Dilemma | HackerNoon
Gender-based abuse is rampant online, perpetuated by the darker side of technology, leading to safety concerns and misconceptions about the seriousness of online violence towards women.
X shutdown and data blackout in Brazil: Opacity fosters toxic digital environments
Brazilian women in digital political spaces face harassment that silences important voices, risking the future of female participation in politics.
Smart but Depressed or Dumb but Happy: The Internet's Red Pill-Blue Pill Dilemma | HackerNoon
Gender-based abuse is rampant online, perpetuated by the darker side of technology, leading to safety concerns and misconceptions about the seriousness of online violence towards women.
Hundreds of cases of femicide recorded in Afghanistan since Taliban takeover are tip of the iceberg'
Gender-based violence in Afghanistan has drastically increased since the Taliban took control, with reported cases likely being significantly underreported.
Murdered Italian woman's father urges men to be agents of change
Giulia Cecchetin's murder sparked public outrage against violence targeting women in Italy.
Mourners at her funeral called for an end to gender violence and held a campaign to 'make noise' against it.
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's attacker dies in hospital
Dickson Ndiema Marangach attacked Rebecca Cheptegei, leading to her death, and subsequently died from his injuries six days later.
In Kenya, women hold Dark Valentine' vigils to press for end to femicides
Kenyan women held vigils on Valentine's Day to honor the women who have been murdered in the country
The vigils were organized by the End Femicide Kenya Movement to push for government action against gender-based violence
Hundreds of cases of femicide recorded in Afghanistan since Taliban takeover are tip of the iceberg'
Gender-based violence in Afghanistan has drastically increased since the Taliban took control, with reported cases likely being significantly underreported.
Murdered Italian woman's father urges men to be agents of change
Giulia Cecchetin's murder sparked public outrage against violence targeting women in Italy.
Mourners at her funeral called for an end to gender violence and held a campaign to 'make noise' against it.
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's attacker dies in hospital
Dickson Ndiema Marangach attacked Rebecca Cheptegei, leading to her death, and subsequently died from his injuries six days later.
In Kenya, women hold Dark Valentine' vigils to press for end to femicides
Kenyan women held vigils on Valentine's Day to honor the women who have been murdered in the country
The vigils were organized by the End Femicide Kenya Movement to push for government action against gender-based violence
Tanya Plibersek Is Concerned About Kids Watching Anal Sex Porn
Pornography is being blamed for rising gender-based violence in Australia, but historical context and societal shifts suggest it is a red herring in addressing the root causes.
EU adopts first law tackling violence against women DW 05/07/2024
The EU passed its first law to combat violence against women, requiring countries to criminalize female genital mutilation, forced marriage, and online harassment.
Counter terror tactics help snare 24 of London's worst predators against women
New counter-terror tactics help catch predators in crimes against women in London.
Data-driven pilot project leads to significant arrests and convictions of suspects.
Las agresiones sexuales a migrantes en Panama aumentan a un nivel raramente visto fuera de una zona de guerra
Rise in attacks on migrants in Darien Gap
Women and children targeted in violent assaults
Italian PM seeks justice for deepfake porn video amid surge in cases
Deepfake porn videos uploaded before Meloni's prime minister appointment; seeking compensation
AI tools proliferation enables easy creation of deepfake porn, making perpetrators hard to track down
EU tech scene news includes deepfake-related content on popular sites
Oklahoma High School's atmosphere of bullying exposed in wake of Nex Benedict's death
Incident in Owasso sparked concern over LGBTQ+ student safety
Bullying and violence against LGBTQ+ students highlighted in Oklahoma
Abusers are using e-transfers to contact their victims. Who is responsible for stopping them? | CBC News
The use of e-transfers to contact and harass a victim of intimate partner violence is an alarming tactic.
The tragic incident highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing technology-facilitated gender-based violence.
Police hunt two men after vicious assault on women on bus in Holland Park
Women were assaulted on a night bus after rejecting advances from two men in west London.
The victims were traumatized by the violence used against them for declining unwanted advances.
Activists denounce 900 femicides under Macron presidency
Protesters in France criticized President Emmanuel Macron for failing to protect women and girls from violence.
Since Macron took office, over 900 femicides have been recorded and over 1,000 children have been orphaned, according to the protesters.
EU court rules gender-based violence ground for asylum DW 01/17/2024
The European Court of Justice ruled that women who experience gender-based violence can apply for refugee status
The court recognized that women as a whole can be considered a social group for the purpose of granting refugee status
My daughter's murder tore me apart. So does knowing that killings like hers are preventable | Julie Devey
The campaign network Killed Women, co-founded by a mother who lost her daughter to domestic violence, has conducted a survey revealing the preventable nature of many of these crimes.
The report highlights the failure of authorities to act on warning signs and provide adequate protection for victims.
Gender-based violence in French universities: I decided something had to change'
Four out of ten students at Nantes University in France have experienced sexual and gender-based violence.
Over half of students in France do not feel safe in their academic institutions.
Student associations in France are working to combat gender-based violence and advocate for increased resources.
My daughter's murder tore me apart. So does knowing that killings like hers are preventable | Julie Devey
The campaign network Killed Women, co-founded by a mother who lost her daughter to domestic violence, has conducted a survey revealing the preventable nature of many of these crimes.
The report highlights the failure of authorities to act on warning signs and provide adequate protection for victims.
Gender-based violence in French universities: I decided something had to change'
Four out of ten students at Nantes University in France have experienced sexual and gender-based violence.
Over half of students in France do not feel safe in their academic institutions.
Student associations in France are working to combat gender-based violence and advocate for increased resources.
Met chief says millions of men are danger to women and girls in England and Wales
Millions of men in the UK pose risk to women and children. Call for national strategy, prevention, protection, enforcement, and more funding.
Violence against women in Brazil reaches highest levels on record
Gender-based violence in Brazil reached historic highs in 2023, with cases of rape increasing, especially among underage survivors assaulted by family or acquaintances.
Zara Aleena's 'brutal' murder could have been prevented, says Aunt
Failure of state agencies contributed to Zara's death, highlighting significant under-resourcing issues and failures in risk assessment and decision-making processes.