Gender-Based-Violence Archives - Page 4 of 5

What Role Does the Arms Trade Play in Sexual Violence in Conflict? Guns go hand in hand with sexual and gender-based violence. Where there is armed conflict, there is rape, and this is true the world over. So what is the significance of the presence of small arms in these conflicts? How do guns perpetuate a ‘cult of masculinity’ that finds women and girls as its victims? And how do these weapons end up in the hands of those prepared to intimidate and demean women? WITNESS August 23, 2012
The Case for Justice: Why Transitional Justice Matters in Today’s World Without accountability for massive human rights abuses, societies coming out of conflict or dictatorship have little chance of building sustainable peace. This is the main principle of transitional justice, a set of measures used to seek redress for legacies of mass atrocity or state repression. Focusing on situations in Egypt, Uganda, Colombia and the Congo, “The Case for Justice” illuminates the crucial, but often misunderstood process facing countries across the globe. WITNESS August 14, 2012
Video Advocacy Example: Rwandan Women Tell Stories of Genocide’s Legacies In Rwanda, between April and June of 1994, an estimated 800,000 Tutsis were killed in the span of just 100 days. Years after the brutal genocide, Intended Consequences revisits the country, asking the difficult question, how does a woman care for her child when it's the son or daughter of the man who raped her? WITNESS August 6, 2012
The (Virtual) Bystander Effect: Witnessing Human Rights Abuse Online When a video goes viral, millions of people become witnesses. Whether it is a clumsy kitten, an adorable child, or a gruesome protest, we as viewers are transported to that moment. We see everything. We hear everything. But we change nothing. WITNESS July 20, 2012
Mother’s Day Reflections on Human Rights from WITNESS Moms The second Sunday in May is celebrated as Mother's Day here in the United States (and in other countries). With that in mind, I asked my colleagues who are also mothers at WITNESS if they'd be willing to share some thoughts on what human rights issues hit closest to home for them. Matisse Bustos Hawkes May 13, 2012
Rural Women and Girls of Eastern Congo Seek Justice as World Celebrates International Women’s Day Today the world celebrates the 101st International Women’s Day (begun in 1911). This year’s theme, declared by the United Nations, is “Empower Rural Women – End Hunger and Poverty,” as highlighted in this message from the UN Secretary General, Mr. Ban Ki-Moon. WITNESS March 8, 2012
Educator, Filmmaker, and Activist Nuala Cabral Takes On Street Harrassment A few weeks ago I was fortunate to sit in a dark room with the inspirational and multifaceted collection of voices that make up the Media that Matters Film Festival. Showcasing its 11th premiere this year, Arts Engine’s annual screening curates diverse independent films and shorts which jump start thought, conversation, and action – a celebration of video for change in its many shapes and sizes. WITNESS December 5, 2011
Linking Women’s Personal Stories of Abuse to Policy Education in Nepal In commemoration of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign, we are highlighting activists and organizations who are using the power of video in their campaigns to address gender-based violence through a series of guest posts. Read previous posts in this series. WITNESS November 30, 2011
A Hidden Truth: Gender-Based Violence in Zambia In commemoration of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign, we are highlighting activists and organizations who are using the power of video in their campaigns to address gender-based violence through a series of guest posts. Read previous posts in this series. WITNESS November 29, 2011
Elections in Egypt and the DRC: Hope for A Better Future Today is very special to the African continent with two major election days taking place in Egypt and in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In these two big African countries, WITNESS has two very active campaigns. WITNESS November 28, 2011
Raising Our Voices to End Violence Against Women: The 16 Days Campaign In commemoration of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign, we are highlighting activists and organizations who are using the power of video in their campaigns to address gender-based violence through a series of guest posts. To kick it off and introduce the 16 Days Campaign, our first post is by Julie Ann Salthouse. WITNESS November 25, 2011
Ugandan Women Use Video to Advocate for Psychosocial and Livelihood Support I'm pleased to share a new video from our partners the Greater North Women's Voices for Peace Network (GNWVPN) in Uganda, and the Women's Initiatives for Gender Justice. Our partnership with these organizations is part of our larger campaign aimed at ending gender-based violence in the context of armed conflict. WITNESS October 13, 2011
Celebrate Women’s History Month and Support our Partners This month, we’ve been looking back at WITNESS’ past work with grassroots partners on women’s rights as part of our ongoing celebration of the International Women’s Day Centenary and Women’s History Month. Yvonne Ng March 29, 2011
March Video Sale: Support Women’s Rights Last week, I highlighted two videos that are part of our ongoing celebration of the International Women’s Day Centenary and Women’s History Month. Throughout March we are looking back at WITNESS’ past work with grassroots partners on women’s rights by spotlighting five videos, available in our Web Store (DVD) and on ReFrame (video-on-demand). Yvonne Ng March 22, 2011
Our March DVD Sale: Spotlight on Women’s Rights Videos As part of our ongoing celebration of the International Women's Day Centenary and Women's History Month, throughout March we will look back at WITNESS' past work with grassroots partners on women's rights by spotlighting five videos from our Web Store. Yvonne Ng March 15, 2011