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Accelerating gender equality requires breaking the silence on unacceptable norms. Women must have the tools to stand up for themselves, their sisters and their daughters. But women can’t do it alone – especially in some of the world's more conservative communities. Men and women working together is the only way to change the traditional and social norms that discriminate against women and restrict their freedoms.

Today is #GivingTuesday - a day of global generosity where you can join millions of people in making a real difference and giving back to others. Read on to discover the ways you can shop with purpose through your favourite brands today!

Worldwide, 1 in 3 women worldwide has experienced physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime. This number hasn’t changed in 10 years.

COVID-19 has led to the first rise in extreme poverty in a generation, pushing 47 million women and girls into extreme poverty. Women in conflict-affected countries are most likely to be at the bottom of the economic pyramid. But we can't lose hope.

OSKIA and Temperley London have come together to help celebrate some love and joy with a ‘LOVE’ Massage Candle in aid of women survivors of war. Learn more about what the collaboration means to our Ambassador Alice Temperley and OSKIA founder Georgie Cleeve.

Through the Conflict Response Fund, we are embarking on a mission to reach women and adolescent girls in Northern Rakhine State, Myanmar. Learn more about our project objectives and how you can offer your support.

Our commitment to supporting communities in Afghanistan remains, with the ultimate goal of continuing operations locally and supporting as many women as possible.

For millions of women in conflict-affected countries, starting a business is a necessity, not a choice. Our DRC team recently spoke to a number of women taking part in the training about how it has impacted their businesses and lives.

Throughout Nigeria, the number of people being kidnapped has risen dramatically in recent months. Learn about the factors leading to this and our continued commitment to women in Nigeria amidst changing circumstances.

As the Syrian civil war enters its tenth year, women and children continue to be hit the hardest. Learn how we partnered with local organisation with Women Now for Development to launch a training programme to support internally displaced women in Idlib, Syria.

Our feminist summer reading list is here! Take your first step towards healing the world with a summer reading list that expands your horizons and ignites your passion for change.

On 9th July, we celebrate South Sudan Independence Day. Programme participants in South Sudan have impacted everyone in their lives, maximizing their power and creating a ripple effect throughout their nation. In honour of this day, we are highlighting Nema, a brave woman who completed our programme in Jansuk, South Sudan.