Uganda: From Helpline to Lifeline - Sauti 116 Supports Children and Adults in Uganda

Each day, over 1,025 calls come through a single number: 116. This is Sauti, Uganda's national call and case management centre which provides 24/7 support to children and survivors… Read more »

Africa: Full Speed Ahead - a Global Partnership to Eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls At UNGA80

UNITED NATIONS, NEW YORK - During the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, Spotlight Initiative co-hosted a high-level side event to mobilize new commitments towards… Read more »

Uganda: Asserting Women's Land Rights in Rural Uganda

When Lucy's* husband died, she lost more than just her partner - she also lost her home and income. Read more »

Zambia: Working Together to End Gender-Based Violence in Eastern Province, Zambia

The United Nations and the Government of Zambia officially kicked off Spotlight Initiative in the country with an inception visit to the Eastern Province, one of the regions where… Read more »

Sierra Leone: Spotlight Initiative to End Violence Against Women and Girls Launched in Sierra Leone

The Government of Sierra Leone has officially launched Spotlight Initiative, the UN high-impact initiative to end all forms of violence against women and girls (VAWG). Read more »

Africa: Spotlight Initiative Increases Momentum for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls At the Fourth International Conference On Financing for Development

SEVILLE, Spain - At the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, Spain, Spotlight Initiative hosted a side event to catalyse and scale up… Read more »

Uganda: In Uganda, Supporting Rape Survivors to Rebuild Their Lives

KAMPALA, Uganda - Fourteen-year-old Mary* was working as a maid in Kampala when she was raped by a security guard. Following this traumatic experience, she returned to her village… Read more »