Tag #Violence Against Women

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Felix Advocates for Women Athletes' Safety and Maternal Health

Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete, is advocating for the safety of women athletes and maternal health rights, highlighting the deaths of three female athletes in Kenya in three years, and pushing for severe consequences for violence against women athletes, while securing a $2...

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German Island Tradition Sparks Outrage Over Violence Against Women

The annual Klaasohm celebration on Borkum Island, Germany, where men in costume chase and spank women with cow horns, sparked outrage after an NDR report showed women being injured and humiliated, leading to public condemnation and a pledge by organizers to modify the tradition.

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Peaceful Klaasohm Celebration on Borkum Island After Violence Concerns

The Klaasohm celebration on Borkum island, previously marred by violence against women, remained peaceful this year, with no reported assaults linked to the event; 500-600 people attended, and police reported only unrelated incidents of vandalism and aggravated assault.

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Germany Fails to Meet Istanbul Convention Standards on Gender-Based Violence

Germany's insufficient response to gender-based violence violates the Istanbul Convention, as a new report reveals severe deficits in shelter capacity and support systems, leading to many women being turned away.

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Three Men Jailed for Gang Rape During Buck's Weekend

Three men—Maurice, Marius Hawell, and Andrew David—were sentenced to 14, 13, and 9 years respectively for gang raping three women during a buck's weekend in Newcastle West, Australia, in February 2022; the judge highlighted the offenders' lack of typical criminal profiles.

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France Strengthens Fight Against Violence Against Women

France announces new measures to combat violence against women, including expanding a system for filing complaints at hospitals and increasing funding for support programs.

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12-Year Sentence for Man Who Caused Miscarriage by Administering Abortion Drugs

Stuart Worby, 40, received a 12-year prison sentence for causing a miscarriage and sexual assault after secretly giving his victim abortion pills, resulting in the loss of her 15-week pregnancy; his accomplice received a suspended sentence.

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Unresolved Death of University Student Raises Concerns

Rojin Kabaiş, a Munzur University student, disappeared near her university campus and was found dead 18 days later; her father disputes the official suicide ruling, citing inconsistencies in the autopsy report and lack of security at the university.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Borkum's Klaasohm Festival Ends Violent Tradition Amidst Police Investigation

The annual Klaasohm festival on Borkum island, Germany, traditionally involved men hitting women with cow horns, but following public outrage and media coverage, organizers have pledged to end this violent practice, leading to a police investigation into past events and potential legal consequences.

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UK Conference Addresses Abuse of Black and Minoritized Migrant Women

A conference in Ipswich highlighted the disproportionate abuse faced by Black and minoritized migrant women in the UK, emphasizing immigration status exploitation and cultural barriers to support; over a million VAWG crimes were recorded in 2022/23.

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French Woman's Abuse Revelation Sparks Global Feminist Debate

71-year-old Gisèle Pelicot publicly revealed years of abuse by her husband—drugging, rape, and forced prostitution—inspiring global feminist support but also highlighting the need to acknowledge the lasting trauma of such abuse.

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UK Acts to Criminalize Drink Spiking

The UK government introduces a new law to criminalize spiking and launches a training program for pub staff to combat this issue.

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