#womens-aid
#womens-aid

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.

#domestic-abuse

21 hours ago

London politics

Kimberly's story: the tragedy that changed British legal history

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UK news

Scotland: Abusive man gets 8 years prison for wife's suicide

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.

UK news

Domestic abuser jailed for killing wife who took her own life after campaign of abuse

Adults underestimate risk of abuse posed to women by ex-partners, UK data shows

The risk of abuse from ex-partners is significantly underestimated, with many UK adults failing to recognize this danger.

Public health

Katie's story: her abusive ex-partner said kill yourself'. When she did, police dropped domestic violence inquiry

Domestic abuse can directly contribute to victims' suicides and should be treated as potential evidence of criminal behavior requiring investigation.

21 hours ago

Kimberly's story: the tragedy that changed British legal history

Domestic abuse victims are increasingly likely to die by suicide rather than be killed by their partners, with few abusers held accountable.

fromwww.dw.com

UK news

Scotland: Abusive man gets 8 years prison for wife's suicide

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.

UK news

Domestic abuser jailed for killing wife who took her own life after campaign of abuse

Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for culpable homicide after his wife Kimberly Bruce died following prolonged domestic abuse.

Adults underestimate risk of abuse posed to women by ex-partners, UK data shows

The risk of abuse from ex-partners is significantly underestimated, with many UK adults failing to recognize this danger.

Public health

Katie's story: her abusive ex-partner said kill yourself'. When she did, police dropped domestic violence inquiry

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#violence-against-women

Women in technology

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Women

An 'epidemic' of violence: The women and girls killed by men last year

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.

more#violence-against-women

An 'epidemic' of violence: The women and girls killed by men last year

BBC tracking of 2025 UK cases found 100 incidents of women or girls killed by men or boys, with 90 males charged, 24 convicted of murder, and 6 of manslaughter.

Education

20 hours ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.

LGBT

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

18 hours ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.

SF LGBT

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.

22 hours ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.

SF LGBT

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.

more#transgender-rights

Careers

fromFast Company

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.

People More Likely to Stay at Homeless Shelters if Their Beloved Pets Are Allowed, New Study Finds

Companion animals are crucial for unhoused individuals, and programs allowing pets in shelters significantly improve access to housing and support.

New York City

fromGothamist

NYC opens new anti-trauma, 'front door' for homeless women seeking shelter

New York City opens a new, state-of-the-art intake center for homeless women, designed to provide a welcoming and supportive environment.

Pets

fromLady Freethinker

People More Likely to Stay at Homeless Shelters if Their Beloved Pets Are Allowed, New Study Finds

Companion animals are crucial for unhoused individuals, and programs allowing pets in shelters significantly improve access to housing and support.

New York City

fromGothamist

NYC opens new anti-trauma, 'front door' for homeless women seeking shelter

New York City opens a new, state-of-the-art intake center for homeless women, designed to provide a welcoming and supportive environment.

more#homelessness

#womens-health

fromLondon On The Inside

Healthcare

How Medical Misogyny Is Hurting Women

Cancer

'Women's health must be taken more seriously'

fromFast Company

Women

Can PR help solve the women's health crisis?

Healthcare

fromLondon On The Inside

How Medical Misogyny Is Hurting Women

Women face systemic issues in reproductive health, including pain tolerance expectations and inadequate medical attention.

Cancer

'Women's health must be taken more seriously'

Women's health needs greater attention and empowerment for women to seek help for health changes, according to a former breast cancer surgeon.

fromFast Company

Women

Can PR help solve the women's health crisis?

more#womens-health

fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Trapped and Alone: Fear of ICE Is Deepening Postpartum Isolation for Immigrant Mothers | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Immigrant mothers face isolation and stress during childbirth due to fears of deportation and separation from family.

US politics

fromwww.mediaite.com

Melania Trump Urges Congress to Let Epstein Victims Testify

Melania Trump calls for Congress to allow Jeffrey Epstein's victims to testify publicly under oath to uncover the truth.

SF politics

fromJezebel

fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Missouri Decides Pregnant Women Should Be Allowed to Leave Bad Marriages

Missouri law now allows pregnant women to obtain divorces, removing previous restrictions that hindered their legal options.

NYC LGBT

Pepper Spray and the Courage to Stay | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Philanthropy and wealth work reveal insights about power, belonging, and democracy through narratives and community experiences.

Media industry

4 days ago

#MeToo movement brings wave of harassment claims across Colombia

Juanita Gomez and other journalists are sharing experiences of sexual harassment, leading to significant repercussions in Colombian media.

Woman told sister she was 'planning to kill her'

Nancy Pexton is accused of murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott Dauward, with evidence of prior threats and jealousy between them.

Miami

fromenglish.elpais.com

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.

SF LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

Transgender Latina beaten outside Washington LGBTQ+ bar after helping man recalls attack

A transgender woman was assaulted outside a bar while helping an intoxicated person, leading to felony charges due to hate crime implications.

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton's mother stated, 'None of the boys in that school accepted him. They told him they would never accept him for the way he spoke. He was a sassy speaker, more feminine - not the 'hard boy' type. This wasn't going on for just a little while.'

LGBT

NYC LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

Advocate newsletter 4/8/26

President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in Iran just before a deadline for mass bombing.

#domestic-violence

fromThe Atlantic

Social justice

When ICE Shows Up to Family Court

fromKqed

SF politics

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Psychology

He Never Hit Her. Then He Killed Her

fromThe Local Germany

Germany news

'Less than five percent' of domestic violence incidents in Germany reported

Relationships

The woman who made her family disappear: how Karen Palmer escaped her abusive husband

Public health

Revealed: The true toll of female suicides in UK with domestic abuse at their core

fromThe Atlantic

When ICE Shows Up to Family Court

A 67-year-old volunteer witnessed a woman being taken by ICE after testifying against her ex-boyfriend in court.

SF politics

fromKqed

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Survivors of domestic violence in San Francisco face legal challenges and insufficient support despite the establishment of a new office for victim rights.

Psychology

He Never Hit Her. Then He Killed Her

fromThe Local Germany

Germany news

'Less than five percent' of domestic violence incidents in Germany reported

Relationships

The woman who made her family disappear: how Karen Palmer escaped her abusive husband

Public health

Revealed: The true toll of female suicides in UK with domestic abuse at their core

more#domestic-violence

Something you only see in films': Czech case yet another example of sexual abuse crisis

A former coach was arrested for secretly filming players and possessing child sexual abuse content, highlighting systemic issues in reporting such cases.

Healthcare

fromIrish Independent

fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

'Completely unacceptable' that Tipperary sexual assault victims forced to travel to Cork for treatment

A local politician advocates for a Sexual Assault Treatment Unit in Nenagh to improve care for victims in the Mid-West region.

Non-profit organizations

The Women Who Logged on Anyway and Would Not Be Silenced by War | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Nonprofits play a crucial role in supporting communities during crises, particularly in providing education to women in conflict zones.

#stalking

London politics

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Social justice

Private investigators must be trained to spot signs of domestic abuse and stalking | Letter

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged due to increased recognition and technology, with over 135,000 recorded last year.

Social justice

Private investigators must be trained to spot signs of domestic abuse and stalking | Letter

more#stalking

#womens-rights

Women in technology

Women who speak out must be exterminated': the rising tide of digital violence facing Ethiopian activists

Yordanos Bezabih, an Ethiopian women's rights activist, faces severe online threats and has left Ethiopia for her safety.

Government losing hard-won gains on women's rights as aid cuts bite, MPs warn

Government cuts to international aid threaten women's rights and undermine the Women, Peace and Security agenda, risking hard-won gains in global gender equality.

Women who speak out must be exterminated': the rising tide of digital violence facing Ethiopian activists

Yordanos Bezabih, an Ethiopian women's rights activist, faces severe online threats and has left Ethiopia for her safety.

Government losing hard-won gains on women's rights as aid cuts bite, MPs warn

Government cuts to international aid threaten women's rights and undermine the Women, Peace and Security agenda, risking hard-won gains in global gender equality.

Why women leaders are ditching the old workplace rulebook-and winning because of it

Women are moving away from outdated leadership models that prioritize control and dominance, seeking autonomy and flexibility instead.

UK news

4 days ago

Asylum seeker who filmed an alleged rape accused of telling a pack of lies'

An asylum seeker filmed an alleged rape, claiming he tried to stop it, but faces accusations of lying in court.

fromwww.amny.com

Op-ed | The Gender-Motivated Violence Act at 26: How New York City finally closed the institutional accountability gap | amNewYork

The Morrison decision left a void for survivors of gender-based violence, as it invalidated the federal Violence Against Women Act's civil remedy provision, eliminating federal civil remedies.

NYC LGBT

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.

France news

fromwww.thelocal.fr

Where to find English-language help services for victims of domestic violence in France

Women for Women France provides multilingual domestic violence support services for non-French speaking victims facing language barriers, visa dependency, and limited knowledge of French legal systems.

fromAdvocate.com

4 days ago

Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and target vulnerable young populations facing significant barriers to access.

Danger after disaster: why emergencies come with increased risks for women

Women often bear the brunt of caregiving responsibilities during natural disasters, increasing their vulnerability and challenges faced in recovery.

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.

NYC LGBT

fromCbsnews

Exclusive look at new NYPD unit tackling gender-based violence

NYPD is revolutionizing its approach to domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking under Assistant Commissioner Kathleen Baer.

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.

fromTruthout

Formerly Incarcerated Women Are Pushing Systemic Change in Elected Office

That was my freshman bill. The following year, the state passed my bill to expand housing assistance vouchers from three to six months for people released from prison.

Social justice

Fundraising

Extra 9m to boost aid for female abuse survivors

London's mayor announces £9 million in additional funding for violence against women and girls survivors, prioritizing Black, Asian, minority-ethnic communities and those with No Recourse to Public Funds.

fromEntrepreneur

#international-womens-day

How to Advance and Support Women at Work All Year Long

Companies are scaling back Women's History Month initiatives despite persistent gender equity challenges in workforce retention, leadership advancement, and caregiving policies.

4 weeks ago

International Women's Day website owners urged to stop exploiting' day

Over 900 people signed an open letter accusing internationalwomensday.com of exploiting International Women's Day for profit while ignoring structural issues the movement addresses.

Photos: These bold women stand up for justice, rights ... and freedom

International Women's Day on March 8 honors a 1917 Russian women's strike that led to the Czar's abdication and women's voting rights, celebrating women's ongoing achievements and activism worldwide.

4 weeks ago

International Women's Day website owners urged to stop exploiting' day

Over 900 people signed an open letter accusing internationalwomensday.com of exploiting International Women's Day for profit while ignoring structural issues the movement addresses.

more#international-womens-day

Photos: These bold women stand up for justice, rights ... and freedom

International Women's Day on March 8 honors a 1917 Russian women's strike that led to the Czar's abdication and women's voting rights, celebrating women's ongoing achievements and activism worldwide.

4 weeks ago

Groundbreaking' UN agreement on justice for women to include those in prison for first time

The UN Commission on the Status of Women adopted groundbreaking conclusions explicitly addressing female incarceration, recognizing links between discriminatory laws, violence, and women's imprisonment for the first time in 70 years.

Victims of rape in UK to get free legal advice throughout criminal justice process

Rape victims will receive free legal advice throughout the criminal justice process to reduce trauma, with lawyers helping victims understand rights and challenge unnecessary information requests.

#intimate-partner-violence

A few beatings won't kill you': judge rejects divorce request of woman abused by husband in Afghanistan

Taliban courts dismiss domestic violence claims and permit spousal beatings, denying divorce to abused women despite severe physical injuries.

fromBrooklyn Paper

Brooklyn

2026 Spark Prize spotlight: Asiyah Women's Center supports survivors of intimate partner violence * Brooklyn Paper

fromHarvard Gazette

Public health

Missed opportunities to catch cases of domestic abuse - Harvard Gazette

fromHuffPost

Relationships

My Abusive Partner Might Have Killed Me - This Controversial Choice Saved My Life

fromBrooklyn Paper

Brooklyn

2026 Spark Prize spotlight: Asiyah Women's Center supports survivors of intimate partner violence * Brooklyn Paper

fromHarvard Gazette

Public health

Missed opportunities to catch cases of domestic abuse - Harvard Gazette

fromHuffPost

more#intimate-partner-violence

Relationships

My Abusive Partner Might Have Killed Me - This Controversial Choice Saved My Life

Rape victims to get specialised legal advice in courts

The government will provide rape victims with specialist legal advisors throughout criminal justice proceedings and expand Operation Soteria principles to ensure trials focus on suspect behavior rather than victim scrutiny.

Why supporting a shelter for women is now 'kind of radioactive'

U.S. foreign aid cuts have forced closure of women's shelters in Honduras, leaving abuse survivors without sanctuary or basic resources like food.

fromApp Developer Magazine

1 year ago

Give to gain empowering women on International Womens Day 2026

International Women's Day 2026 theme 'Give to Gain' encourages investing in women through time, networks, and resources, multiplying opportunities and strengthening teams, industries, and economies.

Public health

A safe space for girls who've faced sexual violence

The Toyokana Center in Kinshasa provides a safe, listening space for girls treated after sexual assault amid rising child sexual violence in the DRC.

#coercive-control

Relationships

Haranguing: Verbal Abuse Sessions in Domestic Violence

Psychology

The Problem With Coercive Control

Relationships

Haranguing: Verbal Abuse Sessions in Domestic Violence

Psychology

The Problem With Coercive Control

more#coercive-control

Sexual Abuse in Families: Be Brave and Address the Harm

Sexual abuse is never the victim's fault; parents can and must address intrafamilial sexual abuse to break cycles of generational trauma and prevent further harm.

Can Faith Leaders Stop Violence Against Women?

Faith leaders can be powerful allies in combating gender-based violence by activating entire communities toward positive social change.

fromwww.dw.com

International Women's Day: Workplace equality needs action

German couples aspire to equal work and household sharing, but traditional gender roles persist due to wage gaps, tax incentives, and systemic barriers that discourage women's career advancement.

fromIrish Independent

'I am marching for 20-year-old me whose life was taken from them': Survivors of rape and gender-based violence hold protest

Abuse survivors are organizing International Women's Day marches to demand stronger legal protections against disclosure of confidential therapy notes in sexual assault trials.

Psychology

Why Victims of Sex Crimes Are Often Blamed

Victim-blaming stems from just-world bias and desire to protect perpetrators' images, causing silencing, stigma, and distress; compassionate listening reduces blame.

Sexual Abuse in Intimate Relationships: Beyond Coercion

Intimate partner sexual abuse commonly uses coercion, entitlement, painful acts, humiliation, and strangulation, eroding victims' safety, self-worth, and well-being.

Provoking & Recording in Domestic Abuse: Gaslighting in Action

He would back her into a corner and verbally abuse her for hours. And sometimes Sandra responded in ways that she now regrets-shouting at Gary, throwing things, and slamming doors in frustration. She separated from him to protect herself and the children from Gary's outbursts and coercive control. She was shocked when Gary filed for a protective order, claiming that she had abused him.

The anxieties just lift': why domestic abuse refuges are turning to female tradespeople

Refuge's 64 homes for survivors face distress and strain because a male-dominated trades workforce triggers trauma and there are too few tradeswomen.

fromThe Nation

Why I Didn't Report My Rape

Statutes of limitations prevented criminal charges after a group rape in a Las Vegas hotel that the survivor never reported, leaving enduring trauma and regret.

fromTruthout