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'We need many voices' - Why disability inclusion is essential to eliminating gender-based violence

"Safety is a basic precondition for girls to thrive" - preventing gender-based violence in STEM

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How laws and policies are addressing online violence in Argentina

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At the SVRI Forum 2024: A journey in comprehensive EVAWG programming: drawing lessons for the sector from the Spotlight Initiative Compendium

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In Mexico, a mother’s fight against femicide

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“It’s only through memory that we can dream and act for a different future” – UN Global Advocate Cecilia Suárez reflects on her time in Ecuador

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A journey of transformation: Insights from country visits with Spotlight Initiative

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Methodological reflections on creating the Compendium of Innovative and Good Practices and Lessons Learned for Spotlight Initiative

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Uldouz Wallace of Foundation Ra on how to protect bodily autonomy online

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'My body is my own' - Activists speak out

Linking LGBTQI experiences with gender-based violence elimination

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Spotlight Initiative brings together experts and influencers to discuss tech-facilitated gender-based violence at SVRI

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Cultivating gender-sensitive journalism, a landmark initiative in Kyrgyzstan

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A new generation of police officers supporting domestic violence survivors with care and compassion in Jamaica

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In Malawi, scholarships support girls to achieve their dreams

Filmmakers Cynthia Butare and Judy Kibinge.

Bold stories: celebrating the power of African women filmmakers

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World leaders call for greater investment to end violence against women and girls

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How Spotlight Initiative supports the Pact for the Future

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In Mexico, 'artivists' raise awareness of sexual violence and support survivors

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Demystifying the judicial system in Uganda and supporting survivors to access justice