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Women and Girls

Preventing an Escalation of Violence Against Women: City Action in the Wake of COVID-19

RESEARCH
Policy Brief by Flavia Carbonari

Quarantine, social isolation and lockdown measures put in place to prevent the spread of the virus have led women and girls to be exposed to increased risks of victimization.

Women wearing masks
REUTERS
Global Health

Conflict-Related Sexual Assault—Historic Barriers to International Recognition

RESEARCH
Working Paper by Nicole Mattea

This working paper further explains the recent emergence of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) into international discourse and preventative strategies.

A woman in a stands outside the Women's Centre in Balukhali camp March 6, 2018.
UN Women/Allison Joyce
Women and Girls

Women and Girls as Change Agents

RESEARCH
Report by Coauthors

Investing in girls' education can put countries on the path to a more stable, prosperous future.

A young Indian girl writes on a chalkboard in a classroom
Nikhita S.
Women and Girls

Girls Leading: From Rural Economies to Global Solutions

RESEARCH
Report by Catherine Bertini

This report is a collection of perspectives from 20 authors that highlights the needs of rural girls and solutions to the challenges they face.

A young girl in school in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Caren Firouz/Reuters
Women and Girls

Girls Grow: A Vital Force in Rural Economies

RESEARCH
Report by Catherine Bertini

This report includes recommendations for how girls in rural communities can be better supported through improved personal and professional development, health, and safety.

Two young girls sitting down to eat
Getty
Women and Girls