September 10, 2026
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Gender-based violence (GBV)

UN Women Launches Shelters for Gender-Based Violence Survivors in Amhara and Tigray Regions

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UN Women signed a partnership agreement with WAT to address conflict-related sexual violence through the provision of comprehensive shelter services UN Women Ethiopia has taken a significant step toward addressing violence against women and girls (VAWG), particularly conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV), by launching two shelters in Kombolcha, Amhara Region, and Axum, Tigray Region. The shelters…

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Kenya’s National Helpline 1195: A Lifeline for Gender-Based Violence Survivors

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NEW YORK, United States of America, October 5, 2024/ – Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a critical issue in Kenya, affecting individuals across all demographics. Kenya’s National Gender-Based Violence Toll-Free Helpline, 1195, has emerged as an essential resource for survivors, providing a platform for reporting incidents and receiving immediate assistance. The helpline was launched as the…

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