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Aleksandra Strbac from Bosnian partner organisation United Women Banja Luka. Photo: Jakub Bors/TOWER FILMS

Stories & news

No end in sight—the women of Ukraine need our continued commitment

23 February 2024

International community fails to protect women and children in Gaza

22 February 2024

Providing psychological support to survivors of gender-based violence

For many victims and survivors of gender-based violence, having access to a safe space and receiving psychological support is vital to help them move forward. In Grozdana Panić’s experience as a psychologist, the work to assist survivors throughout their process can be both challenging and fulfilling.

7 February 2024

We cannot stand by silently as the violence continues

22 December 2023

“We are really saving lives”

A better and safer world for women—that was the goal when the organisation Slavic Heart was founded. Today, they offer legal and psychosocial support to victims and survivors of gender-based violence in Ukraine.

22 December 2023

Fighting gender-based violence in western Ukraine

Amid Russian air raids, Women’s Perspectives in Ukraine continue to help women who have suffered from gender-based violence. They fear that violence against women won’t be a priority once the full-scale invasion ends.

21 December 2023

The power of young voices in Rwanda

Thanks to Paper Crown Rwanda, the students at G.S Gihogwe meet every Wednesday to learn about their sexual and reproductive rights and gender-based violence—an initiative meant to create lasting social change in Rwanda.

20 December 2023

The power of resilience: Rebuilding life after domestic abuse

Economic dependence, disability, and fear of losing her children: Leaving her abusive husband of ten years was all but an easy decision for Milijana Krsmanović. After seeking support from a local women’s rights organisation, she found the strength to reclaim her life and independence.

18 December 2023

Standing up against gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Amidst the prolonged armed conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, women’s rights organisations in South Kivu have been instrumental in supporting victims of gender-based violence and advocating for women’s rights for the past 25 years.

13 December 2023

The increase of gender-based violence in Ukraine amidst Russia’s full-scale invasion

In the wake of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, many accounts of sexual violence committed by Russian forces have begun to surface. And while the media and press focus on these atrocities, women in Ukraine face other types of violence that won’t receive nearly as much attention.

12 December 2023

April 14th—the day for survivors of sexual violence in the Kosovo war

More than 20,000 survivors of sexual violence in the Kosovo war are still waiting for justice, after almost 20 years. One of them is Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman, who was the first survivor to openly talk about the crimes committed against her.

11 December 2023

Standing up for the rights of people with disabilities in Ukraine

Since Russia’s full-scale invasion, Fight For Right has provided humanitarian aid and evacuation assistance to people with disabilities. With their unique expertise, they are ready to contribute to an inclusive recovery process for Ukraine.

5 December 2023

A temporary ceasefire in Gaza is not enough

23 November 2023

Transforming gender norms in Rwanda: ”We are breaking the cycle slowly but surely”

At Paper Crown Rwanda, Clementine Nyirarukundo and her colleagues work tirelessly to fight gender inequality and transform deep-rooted social norms in Rwanda. By implementing a unique training programme and engaging young people, they want to break the cycle of violence.

20 November 2023

Escaping domestic violence: “You are not alone”

After two decades of living with an abusive husband, everything changed for Momirka Janković the day she found herself in the emergency room. With support and guidance from a local women’s rights organisation, she found the courage to start over.

17 November 2023

Voices from Palestine: “The situation in Gaza is catastrophic”

Over the past month, the situation in Gaza has continued to deteriorate. Reports from Kvinna till Kvinna’s colleagues and partners paint a devastating picture of civilians’ struggles amid sustained attacks, with women, children and other vulnerable groups bearing the brunt of the crisis.

10 November 2023

Support to women and children starts with a ceasefire

7 November 2023

Christine’s journey in supporting women facing violence in Rwanda

For more than two decades, Christine Mukarukwaya has been working to support women needing legal assistance. She volunteers at Haguruka, a non-governmental organisation that fights the rights of women and children. Christine offers legal support to women in Rwanda and meets many victims and survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

1 November 2023

7 reasons why countries should adopt a Feminist Foreign Policy

The are numerous reasons why countries should adopt a Feminist Foreign Policy. Among other things, it creates accountability and resistance to the anti-gender and anti-feminist movements, and provides an opportunity to stand up for some of the most marginalised.

30 October 2023

Educating peers on sexual and reproductive health and rights in Rwanda

Through participating in youth dialogue sessions, Bocso wanted to improve his knowledge of sexual and reproductive health and rights and gender equality. Now, he organises weekly activities for his community—passing on his learnings to peers and encouraging open conversations.

24 October 2023

The violence and killings of innocent civilians must stop

20 October 2023

Immediate ceasefire needed in Israel and Palestine

13 October 2023

The Nobel Committee acknowledges the important connection between peace and women’s rights

6 October 2023

The Nagorno Karabakh crisis: far from the end

2 October 2023

Sharing ideas about a better future: the impact of youth dialogue in Rwanda

Fostering dialogue and providing education on sexual and reproductive health and rights—that is what Haguruka, one of The Kvinna till Kvinna Foundation’s partner organisations in Rwanda, set out to achieve by organising dialogue sessions for young adults. Participants Nadine and Ruth share their experience with the programme.

28 September 2023

Highlighting women’s peace work in Kosovo

In conflict-affected Kosovo, women’s rights organisations have historically stayed united and achieved important victories for equality. Dafina Prekazi and her colleagues are amongst those working to raise awareness of the movement’s crucial role in peacebuilding and promote gender equality.

21 September 2023

Human security as the utmost concern in Nagorny Karabakh

20 September 2023

We condemn the violations of Palestinian women’s rights and dignity in Hebron

18 September 2023

Making a difference through projects for change

Earlier this year, the fifth group of Kvinna till Kvinna’s international training programme in collaboration with the Swedish police graduated. We interviewed some of the participants about their “projects for change”.

8 September 2023

Supporting internally displaced persons and women’s rights in Ukraine

When Russia first invaded Ukraine in 2014, Nataliya Vyshnevetska was forced to flee her hometown in eastern Ukraine. Together with others in the same situation, she founded an organisation promoting women’s rights and supporting internally displaced persons—whose voices are heard all too little, she says.

4 September 2023