The Democratic Republic of Congo has become renowned for incredibly high levels of sexual violence. Oxfam partner CEDIER has been working to engage men in the DRC, to tackle some …
A model law to tackle violence against women
Farah KobaissyIn December Oxfam’s partner in Lebanon, KAFA, launched a ‘Regional Model Law on Violence against Women and Girls in the Arab Countries.’ Here Farah Kobaissy reflects on this historic step …
Why addressing power is key to ending violence against women
Nikki van der GaagViolence against women won’t end until gender equality is a reality, argues Nikki van der Gaag, Oxfam’s Gender Justice and Women’s Rights Director. The current wave of interest in sexual …
Tackling gender based violence in the digital age
Kirsten BickfordIn a world where the digital landscape is rapidly changing the way we access information, the extent to which technology can help or hinder those affected by gender based violence …
In the name of love: Act to end intimate partner violence
Catalina Ruiz‘When someone starts hurting us “in the name of love” it’s time to change partners.’ As we mark the 16 days of activism against gender based violence Catalina Ruiz explains …
Jealousy is NO excuse for violence
Muthoni MuriithiIn the run up to 16 Days of Activism Muthoni Muriithi, the Africa Enough Campaigner at Oxfam International, explains their new campaign which tackles jealousy as a cause of domestic violence. …
Las Hormigas: fighting for justice for women in Honduras
Maria Eva SanchezAs part of our October focus on the amazing work of Oxfam partners we spoke to Eva Sanchez from ‘Las Hormigas’ (the ants) women’s rights organization in Honduras. The murder …
Protection of women and girls: a bright idea
Kerry AkersHow can humanitarians help to protect women and girls from sexual violence in conflict situations? First we must ensure that our interventions don’t inadvertently place them in greater danger. For …
Sexual harassment and victimization of women on public transport
Oxfam Policy & PracticeIt is estimated 35% of women globally have experience sexual violence, with many more reporting sexual harassment. In the rise of urban living, how does this affect gender equality in …
Broken promises: Why governments are failing to eliminate VAWG
Christine HughesWomen’s and feminist movements have fought hard to get laws on Violence Against Women & Girls (VAWG) passed. New Oxfam research is now adding to the growing evidence that governments …