Written by Lydia Harper, UK, IAW Intern. WHO defines FGM as including ‘procedures that intentionally alter or cause injury to the female genital organs for
We believe the elimination of violence can only be realized with the understanding that aggression against one woman is abuse against all women. The individual cannot be separated from the community and therefore national epidemics of violence have a global impact.
The sustainable development agenda must strengthen gender equitable peace building and conflict prevention
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Founded in 1904 and based in Geneva, the International Alliance of Women (IAW) is an international NGO comprising 44 member organizations involved in the promotion of the human rights of women and girls globally. The IAW has general consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council and is accredited to many specialized UN agencies, has participatory status with the Council of Europe and is represented at the Arab League, the African Union and other international organizations.