November 03
South Africa: Linking LGBTQI Experiences With Gender-Based Violence Elimination
Spotlight Initiative speaks with Dumiso Gatsha, an activist working to eliminate the barriers between grassroots experiences and global policy-making. They are a member of… Read more »
October 31
South Africa: Spotlight Initiative Brings Together Experts and Influencers to Discuss Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence At SVRI
During this year's Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) Forum in Cape Town, South Africa, Spotlight Initiative hosted 'Unfollowing Misogyny: A conversation on digital… Read more »
October 09
Malawi: In Malawi, Scholarships Support Girls to Achieve Their Dreams
When Ellen Tembo was selected to attend Mpatsa Secondary School in Nsanje, it was a bittersweet moment for her mother. Read more »
September 26
Africa: Bold Stories - Celebrating the Power of African Women Filmmakers
As the world converged in New York for the Global Africa Business Initiative on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, The Rev Canon Dr. Betsee Parker, Naila Media,… Read more »
September 17
Africa: How Spotlight Initiative Supports the Pact for the Future
This month, the United Nations Headquarters in New York will host the Summit of the Future, a four-day convening designed to enhance global cooperation and accelerate progress… Read more »
August 30
Uganda: Demystifying the Judicial System in Uganda and Supporting Survivors to Access Justice
For many years, perception surveys have ranked the judiciary as one of the most difficult institutions to navigate in Uganda; the general perception is that a poor person can never… Read more »
July 29
Zimbabwe: Rural Women With Disabilities Advocate for Their Rights in Zimbabwe
Ndakaitei Matare, a mother of one, chairs Ward 38 Disability Support Group in Zvimba, central northern Zimbabwe. After acquiring a physical disability at the age of six, she… Read more »
May 28
Nigeria: In Nigeria, Vulnerable Women and Girls Go From Survivors of Violence to Business Owners
Despite making half of the population, women in Nigeria continue to be under-represented in political positions and businesses, with only 20 per cent of enterprises owned by women.… Read more »
May 02
Liberia: How Women Peace Huts Are Transforming Lives and Communities in Liberia
Evon Gbarduo lives in Putu, Tiama Town, a community along the Liberian-Ivorian border. Read more »
April 08
Mali: In Mali, a Teenage Activist Advocates Against Child Marriage
With a determined step, Aminata Fofana walks into the courtyard and sits down on a chair. The teenager unlocks her phone with a swipe of the screen and starts a conversation with… Read more »
March 25
Africa: Voices From Civil Society - 'Feminist Activists Are Less and Less Safe'
The 68th annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68), the UN's largest annual gathering on gender equality and women's empowerment, is taking place this month under the… Read more »
March 18
Africa: Voices From Civil Society - 'Investment Must Be Made to Promote Equality and End Inequality'
The 68th annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68), the UN's largest annual gathering on gender equality and women's empowerment, is taking place this month under the… Read more »
March 11
Ethiopia: In Ethiopia, Three Young Women Advocate for a Community Free From Female Genital Mutilation
Entering adulthood can be a beautiful journey, but for those who have experienced female genital mutilation (FGM), it often carries layers of pain and trauma. FGM leaves a scar… Read more »
March 04
Mozambique: Shining a Light On Spotlight Initiative's Impact in Mozambique
Over the past four years, Spotlight Initiative's comprehensive approach to eliminating violence against women and girls has changed lives and communities in Mozambique. Read more »
February 05
Liberia: Former Practitioners of FGM Lead the Fight to End Female Genital Mutilation in Liberia
Rebecca Yaoh, 63, is the head of women Zoes (elders) in Naio Town, Grand Gedeh County. Read more »
January 08
Liberia: Liberia's Traditional Leaders Work to Eliminate FGM and Harmful Practices
The Traditional Chiefs and Elders of Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County in Eastern Liberia have partnered with Spotlight Initiative in their quest to eradicate female genital mutilation… Read more »
November 25, 2023
Africa: Meet Five Activists Building a Brighter Future for Women and Girls
One in three women worldwide has experienced physical or sexual violence. Read more »
September 12, 2023
Mozambique: School Communities Unite to End Gender-Based Violence and Child Marriage in Mozambique
Sitting on a bench in the courtyard of Madzicuera Secondary School, teachers Flora Senguaio and Eugénio Francisco discuss how they work with their students to eliminate… Read more »
August 28, 2023
Nigeria: From Surviving to Thriving - Vocational Training Is Helping to End Violence Against Women and Girls in Nigeria
LAGOS, Nigeria - Women and girls face many barriers to education, health care and decent work. These barriers perpetuate a state of vulnerability for women and girls, making them… Read more »
August 22, 2023
Liberia: Supporting Courts to Provide Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence
GRAND GEDEH COUNTY, Liberia - Badio Quiah has been the Clerk of Court for the Ministry of Justice at the 7th Judicial Circuit Court in Grand Gedeh County for over 15 years. He has… Read more »
November 25, 2022
Mozambique: 'Girls Should Be Able to Focus Only On Their Studies' - How Activism Changes Girls' Lives in Mozambique
With notebooks in her arms and a bright smile, Maria*, 16, is getting ready for another school day. She is in the 9th grade in Mogovolas district, Nampula province, Mozambique, and… Read more »
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A partnership between the United Nations and the European Union to end all forms of violence against women and girls.
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