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Despite large protests mainly by women against #familyvilence - though this is a family issue - there has been no new money promised for on the ground services, to examine the way courts are used to re-traumatise victim-survivors or to educate men, women, families about preventing family violence. Listening to the speeches and comments, it is difficult to believe Australia is a multicultural nation. There is no mention of funding for culturally-specific family violence services, education, prevention, healing. Is there no understanding that family violence has to be addressed and prevented in a cultural context? This silence will harm us all. Multicultural Women's Alliance against Family Violence Victorian Multicultural Commission Gender Equity Victoria (GEN VIC) Micaela Cronin Multicultural Centre for Women's Health Victorian Women's Trust

It’s time to break the silence and take action against gender-based & domestic violence. Wear a moose hide pin, and pledge to end violence against women and children. #EndViolence #BreakTheSilence Visit https://lnkd.in/g6BZ9mc to learn more about the Moose Hide Campaign and how you can get involved. #MooseHideCampaign

Today, May 16, Is Moose Hide Campaign Day. The Moose Hide Campaign recognizes that all forms of violence are unacceptable, regardless of gender. We are also aware of the disproportionate number of women who are victims of domestic and gender-based violence and the importance of engaging men and boys in addressing this issue. There were 1,181 cases of missing or murdered Aboriginal women in Canada between 1980 and 2012, according to the RCMP, with BC recording more than any other province (Native Women’s Association of Canada, 2010). However, according to grassroots organizations the number is much higher, closer to 4,000. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/g6BZ9mc

She's not someone's sister/wife/mother/daughter. NO. She's simply someone. Period. Yesterday, January 27th, 2024 we took a stand against femicide with a powerful street movement echoing End Femicide. We saw different people, generations, men & women, husbands & boyfriends, companies & organisations from various sectors come to join and support the movement. Demonstrators flooded the streets in vast Kenyan Cities across the country, passionately protesting the alarming surge in femicide cases. Recent weeks witnessed horrifying murders of women, leaving our communities in shock. Holding up poignant placards, activists rallied for change, not just on the streets but also across social media platforms with messages like: #StopKillingWomen #WomenLivesMatter #EndFemicideKE #TotalShutDownKE Unfortunately, victim-blaming has marred the online discourse, with the "manosphere" in Kenya unfairly pointing fingers at the murdered women. This disturbing trend highlights the urgent need for societal introspection. Rights groups emphasize the gravity of this femicide wave, urging authorities to treat it as a national crisis and take swift action. The prevalent issue of perpetrators evading justice, leading to prolonged court cases further underscores the need for systemic changes. It's time for a collective effort to end this crisis and ensure justice for the victims. Amnesty International Kenya Usikimye Feminists In Kenya (FIK) Did you attend the march?

I call on all South African men to make this pledge to be part of the effort to end gender-based violence. As individuals and as members of families and communities, we need to change our attitudes and behaviour. We need to take responsibility for our actions. As men, we must pledge to never raise a hand against a woman, to treat women as equals, to respect their rights and to treat them with dignity. If we are to end violence against women and children, we must work together as a society. The solution starts with us. #endGBVF https://lnkd.in/ezv47ijs

⚖️ Leading Change: The Battle Against Forced Disappearances In Mexico, search collectives led by women have made progress in the search for their disappeared relatives and the recognition of their rights. Still, they continue to face challenges and threats to their physical and emotional well-being. Learn more about these brave searchers and how the USAID Human Rights Accountability Activity (RED-DH), implemented by Chemonics International, supports their efforts to address human rights violations such as forced disappearances and achieve justice. I invite you to read this blog post and learn about the complexity of disappearances in Mexico and our efforts at RED-DH to address them. #InternationalWomensDay #internationaldevelopment #humanrights

We are #deeply_saddened by the untimely passing of #Rebecca-Cheptegei, a talented Ugandan Olympic athlete, at the age of 33. The tragic circumstances surrounding her death—reportedly involving a #violent act by her former partner—highlight the #urgent need to address issues of #gender-based violence. Rebecca's loss is not an isolated incident; she is the third female athlete killed in Kenya in the past three years, with intimate partners as suspects in each case. This alarming pattern underscores the critical importance of advocating for women's rights and safety, both in sports and society at large. At HALE: Human Rights and Inclusion Network, we #call for #swift and #thorough_investigations and justice must be served without any delay. It is crucial that law enforcement agencies conduct thorough and impartial investigations into these #heinous_acts, ensuring that #perpetrators are held #accountable. The #failure to address gender-based violence not only perpetuates a cycle of abuse but also undermines the very foundations of #justice and equality. Furthermore, we #call for comprehensive support systems for survivors of violence, including legal aid, counseling, and safe spaces. We must work towards dismantling the societal norms that enable such violence to persist, fostering a culture of respect and accountability. Our thoughts are with Rebecca's family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. We stand in solidarity with all those affected by gender-based violence and remain committed to promoting human rights and inclusion for all. #HumanRights #WomensRights #EndGenderBasedViolence #JusticeForRebecca #JusticeForRebecca #AmnestyInternational #HumanRightsWatch

#Domesticviolence remains a grave issue worldwide, including in #CentralAfrica. Every 11 minutes, a woman or girl dies at the hands of an intimate partner or family member. In #Cameroon, the Nkafu Policy Institute reported in July 2022 that 43.2% of women in union face domestic violence. Our documentary features the story of Ms. Micheline (a pseudonym), who has endured a challenging marriage. The African Commission for Human and Peoples’ Rights has declared a decade (2018-2028) to push for #genderequality and #women's empowerment. We call on #governments to enact and enforce laws to protect women against domestic violence, recognizing their crucial role in societal progress. Watch our documentary to understand the urgency and join the call for change: https://lnkd.in/eqmqB3gv #EndDomesticViolence #WomensRights #GenderEquality #Cameroon #CentralAfrica #EmpowerWomen #ProtectWomen

There is so much to say on these topics. Especially for vulnerable BAME community Women and young girls. Life is absolutely horrific for so many, even in 21st Century Britain. Much-needed reforms of our UK Policies, Legislations, Stat Guidelines, including training and education of every Professional (Statutory & Non-Statutory Services) when dealing with VAWG Victims, esp those with additional needs, Neurodiversities, and Trauma Affects. Huge failures of Police in underreporting of Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control Incidents, are leaving Vulnerable Victims exposed to dangerous predators, every day. Schools, Religious Establishments, Police, Local Authorities, NHS are repeatedly failing to raise safeguarding concerns, MASH Referrals, and taking VAWG victims’ disclosures seriously, costing unnecessary losses of innocent lives and leaving vulnerable children exposed to horrific and prolonged Domestic Abuse and Child Abuse. Phoenix Rising - Still I Rise 🔥🔥🔥

#Domesticviolence remains a grave issue worldwide, including in #CentralAfrica. Every 11 minutes, a woman or girl dies at the hands of an intimate partner or family member. In #Cameroon, the Nkafu Policy Institute reported in July 2022 that 43.2% of women in union face domestic violence. Our documentary features the story of Micheline (a pseudonym), who has endured a challenging marriage. The African Commission for Human and Peoples’ Rights has declared a decade (2018-2028) to push for #genderequality and #women's empowerment. We call on #governments to enact and enforce laws to protect women against domestic violence, recognizing their crucial role in societal progress. Watch our documentary to understand the urgency and join the call for change: https://lnkd.in/eqmqB3gv #EndDomesticViolence #WomensRights #GenderEquality #Cameroon #CentralAfrica #EmpowerWomen #ProtectWomen