Palauan citizens of different age groups and agencies assembled together in front of Belau National Gymnasium on November 25th (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to bring awareness of gender-based violence. Proudly holding signs that say things such as “End violence against women” or “Don’t Hit. Give a Hug”, they waved enthusiastically […]
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Is climate change worsening gender-based violence in the Pacific Islands?
SUVA, 15 NOVEMBER 2019 (OPEN GLOBAL RIGHTS via PACNEWS) — In the Pacific Islands, gender inequality and gender-based violence are being exacerbated by climate change, including through natural disasters, migration, and displacement. But these changes do not have to be inevitable. It is well-established that gender-based violence (GBV) and the climate crisis are interconnected, and […]