![Duchess Sophie visits Ukraine in first trip by British royal since start of war Duchess Sophie visits Ukraine in first trip by British royal since start of war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71714469872_ZelenskiySophie.jpg)
Duchess Sophie visits Ukraine in first trip by British royal since start of war
Sophie, Britain's Duchess of Edinburgh, met with survivors of conflict-related sexual violence and survivors of torture, the ministry said.
Tue Apr 30 2024
![Haiti's top gang leader threatens politicians as fires break out in capital Haiti's top gang leader threatens politicians as fires break out in capital](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710474659_TBHaitijpg.jpg)
Haiti's top gang leader threatens politicians as fires break out in capital
Heavily armed gangs have taken over much of the capital and rights groups reported widespread killings, kidnappings and sexual violence.
Fri Mar 15 2024
![UN team says rape, gang rape likely occurred during Hamas attack on Israel UN team says rape, gang rape likely occurred during Hamas attack on Israel](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71709611712_Hamas.jpg)
UN team says rape, gang rape likely occurred during Hamas attack on Israel
The team said a "fully-fledged investigation" required to establish the magnitude, scope and specific attribution for the sexual violence.
Tue Mar 05 2024
![French bodies slam Macron for supporting actor Depardieu accused of harassment French bodies slam Macron for supporting actor Depardieu accused of harassment](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-08/61535669412_GerardDepardieu.jpg)
French bodies slam Macron for supporting actor Depardieu accused of harassment
A French association fighting against sexist and sexual violence criticised French President Emmanuel Macron for supporting French actor Gerard Depardieu, accused of sexual harassment and rape.
Thu Dec 28 2023
![Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/51664850251_depressionAussie.jpg)
Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence
Decades since Global 16 Days Campaign began, violence against women remains rife - a significant barrier to achieving true gender equality.
Sat Dec 02 2023
![Sudanese women allege rape by armed fighters during ethnic attacks Sudanese women allege rape by armed fighters during ethnic attacks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/81701407750_TBReportjpg.jpg)
Sudanese women allege rape by armed fighters during ethnic attacks
Rape has been used as a weapon of war over the years in Sudan, human rights groups have said.
Fri Dec 01 2023
![INSIGHT - Migrants are being raped at Mexico border as they await entry to US INSIGHT - Migrants are being raped at Mexico border as they await entry to US](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/81695989213_Ecuadorean.jpg)
INSIGHT - Migrants are being raped at Mexico border as they await entry to US
The high risk of kidnapping and sexual assault in Reynosa and Matamoros is one of the factors pushing migrants to cross illegally.
Fri Sep 29 2023
![Torture, sexual violence commonly used by Russian forces in Ukraine, say experts Torture, sexual violence commonly used by Russian forces in Ukraine, say experts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/51647403945_Kyivm.jpg)
Torture, sexual violence commonly used by Russian forces in Ukraine, say experts
Ukrainian authorities are reviewing more than 97,000 reports of war crimes and have filed charges against 220 suspects in domestic courts.
Wed Aug 02 2023
![India internet shutdowns hurt women more, Manipur assaults show India internet shutdowns hurt women more, Manipur assaults show](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/71690454898_TBManipur.jpg)
India internet shutdowns hurt women more, Manipur assaults show
Officials imposed a statewide internet shutdown on May 3, saying it was needed to curb rumours and disinformation.
Thu Jul 27 2023
![Rising sexual violence in Sudan conflict reflects entrenched patriarchy but women and girls are fighting back Rising sexual violence in Sudan conflict reflects entrenched patriarchy but women and girls are fighting back](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-12/61514443051_wanitaSudan.jpg)
Rising sexual violence in Sudan conflict reflects entrenched patriarchy but women and girls are fighting back
As noted in the UN report, those most vulnerable are the internally displaced moving to try and cross borders.
Sat Jul 08 2023
![More than 20 pct have suffered violence, harassment at work: UN More than 20 pct have suffered violence, harassment at work: UN](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/81670316660_WORKPLACE.jpg)
More than 20 pct have suffered violence, harassment at work: UN
Violence and harassment at work is a widespread phenomenon around the world, according to UN's International Labour Organization.
Tue Dec 06 2022
![Indonesia's parliament passes landmark bill on sexual violence Indonesia's parliament passes landmark bill on sexual violence](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/41649754363_indonesia.jpg)
Indonesia's parliament passes landmark bill on sexual violence
Prosecuting sex crimes has been complicated by the absence of a dedicated legal framework, while victims concerns of being shamed during questioning have deterred many from speaking up
Tue Apr 12 2022
![Sex attack survivors praise BAFTA-tipped 'I May Destroy You' Sex attack survivors praise BAFTA-tipped 'I May Destroy You'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/51623031562_COLE.jpg)
Sex attack survivors praise BAFTA-tipped 'I May Destroy You'
The show raises questions about the notion of sexual consent and strikes a powerful chord with survivors of violence.
Mon Jun 07 2021
![Malaysian teen slams rape jokes by teacher in viral video, vows to #MakeSchoolASaferPlace Malaysian teen slams rape jokes by teacher in viral video, vows to #MakeSchoolASaferPlace](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/41619764168_MALAYSIA.jpg)
Malaysian teen slams rape jokes by teacher in viral video, vows to #MakeSchoolASaferPlace
The video went viral overnight, sparking a nationwide debate on sex education, misogyny and sexual violence in Malaysia.
Fri Apr 30 2021
![Sexual violence being used as weapon of war in Ethiopia's Tigray, UN says Sexual violence being used as weapon of war in Ethiopia's Tigray, UN says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/81618539456_TIGRAY.jpg)
Sexual violence being used as weapon of war in Ethiopia's Tigray, UN says
Lowcock says girls as young as eight are being targeted.
Fri Apr 16 2021