Project Context The problem of violence against women cannot be addressed fully without the involvement of all the actors directly or indirectly responsible for the issue. The police needs to be sensitive towards the issue so as to register the case when reported by the victim. The judiciary needs … [Read more...] about Sensitizing the Actors who can be involved in Prevention of Violence against Women at the local-level
Working with Men – the White Ribbon Way
Project Context Following upon the movement of the White Ribbon Movement, the project will mobilize men and boys to speak out against violence against women and girls. Involving male celebrities and also top male officials in the government, judiciary and the police forces can bring about effective … [Read more...] about Working with Men – the White Ribbon Way
UNIFEM call for proposals for 16 Days of Activism Campaign “Women’s leadership Role in Flood Affected Area to end Gender Based Violence” in Pakistan
Interested registered NGOs in Pakistan with networks and a focus on gender equality and strong experience of working in emergencies specifically Gender Based violence and protections issues can submit proposals in response to the RFP issued by UNIFEM for 16 Days of Activism Campaign “Women’s … [Read more...] about UNIFEM call for proposals for 16 Days of Activism Campaign “Women’s leadership Role in Flood Affected Area to end Gender Based Violence” in Pakistan
NY Times: Asia Foundation Continues Work in Afghanistan Despite Recent Violence
An article in The New York Times reports that non-governmental aid groups have vowed to stay in Afghanistan despite the recent slaying of 10 foreign relief workers. The article cites The Asia Foundation as one such group, and one of the oldest American agencies working in Afghanistan. Read the full … [Read more...] about NY Times: Asia Foundation Continues Work in Afghanistan Despite Recent Violence
Documenting the Human Impact of Violence in the Central African Republic
August 3, 2010Human Rights & International Justice, Multimedia MacArthur Foundation … [Read more...] about Documenting the Human Impact of Violence in the Central African Republic
Human Rights Advocates Program: Tools and Knowledge for Grassroots Leaders working for the Promotion of Human Rights
The Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) is an opportunity for those working for the realization of human rights and build the capacities of their organizations through skill-building, networking, advocacy and academic knowledge in the context of human rights. It is a unique and successful model … [Read more...] about Human Rights Advocates Program: Tools and Knowledge for Grassroots Leaders working for the Promotion of Human Rights
Freedom to Create Prize
“The Freedom to Create Prize celebrates the power of art to fight oppression, break down stereotypes and build trust in societies where the social fabric has been ripped apart by conflict, violence and misunderstanding. History shows that prosperous societies are founded upon creativity. Societies … [Read more...] about Freedom to Create Prize
International Hrant Dink Award
Sourced from: http://www.ngopulse.org/ International Hrant Dink Award is presented every year “to individuals, organisations or groups that work for a free and just world free from discrimination, racism and violence, who take personal risks for achieving those ideals, who break the stereotypes and … [Read more...] about International Hrant Dink Award
