In situations of conflict and instability, women are more likely to experience violence, including sexual violence. 840 million women have experienced partner violence or sexual violence Women Almost […]
UN Independent Expert Report: Violence Against Women in Sport Endemic
Sport is a microcosm of society where many sexist practices are reflected, stresses Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls Reem al-Salem. UN Independent Expert’s Report: Violence […]
10 Myths About Sex Education: Do Children Need to Know About Sex?
Comprehensive sex education leads to lower rates of teen pregnancy and violence. 10 Myths About Sex Education: Do Kids Need to Know About Sex? Health Comprehensive sex education […]
UN expert calls for prostitution to be recognized as a form of systemic violence against women
Prostitution reduces women and girls to commodities and perpetuates systems of discrimination and violence, UN Special Rapporteur says. UN expert calls for recognition of prostitution as systemic violence […]
UN: ‘catastrophic’ situation in Haiti requires immediate and decisive action
Escalating violence on the streets of Haiti has led to massive population displacement. UN: ‘catastrophic’ situation in Haiti requires immediate and decisive action Peace and Security The Office […]