Because women are targeted just for being women
Demand services for women facing violence in Britain
Two of the most dangerous environments for women globally are the family and conflict/post conflict situations.
The Stop Violence Against Women campaign focuses on ending violence against women in these situations. Our ultimate goal is basic human rights for women and girls everywhere.
Frightening statistics show us the extent of violence against women in today’s world:
- 1 out of every 3 women in the world has been raped, beaten or abused
- It is now more dangerous to be a woman than a soldier in modern conflict
- 30% of people in the UK think that violence against women is OK. 50% think it should be kept behind closed doors
- One in four local authorities leave female victims of violence without support
Women in Iran are considered second class citizens and the Iranian governement terrorise women's rights defenders - in the UK hundreds of women are unable to access basic levels of protection and support because of their vulnerable immigration status.
We believe women deserve to feel safe, so we're working with governments, women's rights activists and groups to bring attackers to justice and to offer all women better protection.
Whether you’re a man or a woman, violence against women affects you – women’s rights are human rights.
Stop Violence Against Women
This site is great for drawing attention to stuff that never seemstoi getdecent coverage anywhere else, or if it does get covered, it is fleeting and soon disappears. This is such a good resource for anyone interested in Iran.
Campaign highlights
- Amnesty Blogs: Messages of Solidarity - Iranian Women's Campaign for Equality
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Nicaragua: Women's lives endangered
- Princess facing Saudi death penalty given secret UK asylum
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Protest over the execution of Delara Darabi
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Interview with director of 'Masculine Law', Mara Lockowandt
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Campaign For Equality in Iran animation
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Women reporting from the frontline
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Shappi Khorsandi - Gay and Lesbian Travelers in Iran at the Secret Policeman's Ball '08
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