Equality Now’s Post

Only YES means YES ! Day one of mind-opening conference tackling very sensitive issue: sexual violence and support for individuals and persons with disabilities. Learned some valuable lessons from both local and foreign institutions who are seriously committed to making a difference. Major shoutout to Prabilk.lt for showing us what teamwork in this field looks like. 🫶🏻 Ribologija . As we delve into these crucial conversations, it's imperative that we advocate for change. We should encourage 🇱🇹 Lithuania’s ratification of the Istanbul Convention — a pivotal step towards ensuring comprehensive measures and international cooperation in combating sexual violence. #sexualviolence #orangetheworld

On this International Day for the Elimination of #Sexual #Violence in Conflict, Justice Rapid Response stands in solidarity with all survivors of conflict-related #SGBV. Because we are aware of what is at stake when #accountability for sexual violence is not guaranteed, we will keep delivering on our commitment to bolster our efforts in the global fight against impunity and promote the rights and access to justice of victims and survivors. In partnership with UN Women, we will continue expanding the number of gender advisors and #SGBV investigators available on the JRR Roster to answer the needs of our partners and promote a gender sensitive approach to justice and accountability processes. If you are interested in what we do, have a look at 한미래 | Korea Future's Guideline on survivor-centred documentation best practices we helped develop: 📑 👇 https://lnkd.in/eVx68Eez

Meet @jaynefendyk, recipient of the 2023 Student Research Travel grant. Jayne connects with feminist pioneers in the fight against sexual violence. Be the next Indonesia Project grant recipient and make a difference! Learn more about the grant by visiting the link in our bio. #EndSexualViolence

🛑 We must end conflict-related sexual violence and stand in solidarity with survivors. On International Day for the Elimination of #CRSV, remember: all #WomenAndGirls deserve to live freely and safely, regardless of their country’s political situation. Learn more about ESCAP’s work on women’s empowerment: https://buff.ly/4ekBFPI #EndCRSV #SDG5 UN Women Asia and the Pacific

May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. At InterAct, we honor and celebrate the AAPI community, not just this month but year-round. InterAct services provide support and resources for all ethnicities and genders, including Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. We aim to educate the community and collaborate to reduce the harm it causes. As part of the community, YOU can help raise awareness about issues disproportionately affecting this group, particularly domestic and sexual violence. From the Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence (APIGBV): "Domestic violence is a universal problem, but its cultural expressions differ. Drawing attention to such differences can serve to confirm stereotypes because nuanced complexities are hard to convey, but advocacy that is not rooted in cultural contexts is even more problematic." Abuse in AAPI communities is prevalent, especially among women facing intimate partner violence. APIGV reports that up to 55% of Asian women in the U.S. have experienced physical or sexual violence, and 18% have faced rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner. To learn more, visit Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence (APIGBV): https://buff.ly/3c11rtM National Organization of Asians & Pacific Islanders Ending Sexual Violence (NAPIESV) https://buff.ly/3QWcatV #AAPI #AAPIHeritageMonth #InterAct

Rising levels of anti-Semitism and Islamophobia have a direct impact on discrimination risk. BiasSync's asynchronous training module "Addressing Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in the Workplace by Fostering Cultural Humility" can help mitigate these risks. Details here: https://hubs.la/Q02vZRWr0 #inclusion #belonging #antisemitism #islamophobia #discrimination

Today, on Zero Discrimination Day, let’s ignite the flames of justice and equality! Discrimination has no place in healthcare, human rights, or anywhere else. From unequal access to healthcare to violations of basic human rights, and the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQI individuals in Ghana 🇬🇭, let’s unite to dismantle every layer of discrimination. Together, we can build a world where every person is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. #ZeroDiscrimination #EqualityForAll #Ghana”

Our latest report reveals systemic discrimination against minorities in Türkiye, highlighting gaps in legal protections and enforcement. The recent earthquakes exacerbated vulnerabilities, especially among Roma and LGBTQI+ communities. Read more on the challenges faced and our recommendations for change 💡 #MinorityRights #Türkiye #Discrimination #HumanRights

On International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, #Malta 🇲🇹 condemns all acts of sexual and #genderbasedviolence, regardless of gender or perpetrator. Preventing conflict is the only way to eliminate #SViC. #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #CRSV United Nations 🇺🇳

We have to #invest in strengthening protection from sexual exploitation and abuse. It is the shared responsibility of the #humanitarian and #development community, including both United Nations and partners. #InvestInWomen #IWD2024 #PSEA #UNWomenNepal UN Women UN Women Asia and the Pacific