by Therese Hartwell, Peace and Conflict Committee
Another encouraging development regarding women and conflict involves the formation of organizations to promote the development of women leaders. While war creates tremendous challenges for women and girls, the aftermath of war can create unique opportunities for females to take a greater role in their society. One shining example is Rwanda, a country...
by Therese Hartwell, Peace and Conflict Committee
While war and other violent conflict increasingly rob women of their human rights and their safety and security, all is not bleak. More and more women being affected by conflict are taking matters into their own hands and demanding change, often using uniquely female methods to promote cooperation and reconciliation.
One recent example...
Bridge the Human Rights Gap for Women on International Women's Day - March 8, 2014
Again this year, the Human Rights Team invites FAWCO clubs to observe International Women's Day by meeting at a bridge in your community as a symbol of support for women's human rights.
This campaign began in 2010 in neighboring countries Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, which have...
In this special online issue of the newspaper The Guardian, you can learn about the latest issues and trends around the world, and see a video of the Director of UN Women speaking about her priorities. http://www.theguardian.com/global-development/series/womens-rights-and-gender-equality-in-focus
Get informed and get involved.
All around the world, women and men, girls and boys will be joining together on February 14 to RISE against violence against women. You can be a part of it. Go to www.onebillionrising.org and look for an event in your community. A truly inspriing film about One Billion Rising 2013 shows you what rising and dancing looks like, how wonderful and...