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Bermet Baryktabasova is a Head of the Independent Medical Trade Union of Kyrgyzstan. Photo: Bermet Baryktabasova

Breaking the silence on sexual harassment in Kyrgyzstan’s medical institutions

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"We need each other strong and empowered" - In El Salvador, women unite against violence

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Spotlight Initiative Ecuador installs its National Steering Committee

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Case for Partnership: an innovative model delivering results on ending violence against women and girls and accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals

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‘Reflect, Act, Learn: Making Sports Safer for Women and Girls’ – a collaborative initiative by UNESCO, UN Women and Spotlight Initiative

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In Nigeria, vulnerable women and girls go from survivors of violence to business owners

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Supporting children who experience sexual violence in Haiti

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Spotlight Initiative Zimbabwe highlights achievements of the Initiative's first phase

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How women peace huts are transforming lives and communities in Liberia

Compendium

Compendium of Innovative and Good Practices and Lessons Learned

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Building tolerance: Ending violence through positive upbringing in Tajikistan

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Spotlight Initiative Governing Body renews commitment to ending violence against women and girls and plans second phase

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In Mali, a teenage activist advocates against child marriage

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Voices from civil society: 'Feminist activists are less and less safe'

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Rise and Spotlight Initiative host Survivor Town Hall during CSW68

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Renewed commitment: Second phase of Spotlight Initiative launches in Ecuador

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Voices from civil society: 'Investment must be made to promote equality and end inequality'

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Group of Friends for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls calls for investment in the prevention of gender-based violence

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In Ethiopia, three young women advocate for a community free from female genital mutilation

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Shining a light on Spotlight Initiative's impact in Mozambique