When it comes to domestic and gender-based violence talk is not enough
When we say that we are shocked and alarmed about women and girls being abused, attacked or even killed, by their husbands and partners, what do our words achieve? The sad answer is that words alone are not enough to bring an end to domestic and gender-…
Reducing the risk of domestic violence as Pacific communities face strict lockdowns
As an increasing number of countries recommend self-isolation to prevent the spread of COVID-19, households have to adjust their everyday lives and sometimes face anxiety and stress, causing risks of increased domestic violence.
Legislation and the Role of Police Prosecutors Across the Pacific in Ending Violence Against Women
Legislation and the Role of Police Prosecutors Across the Pacific in Ending Violence Against Women
Story by Onorina Saukelo
Violence against women and girls is the most pervasive violation of human rights in the Pacific. Studies show up to 60% per…
Launch of the Pacific Partnership to End Violence Against Women and Girls
A small in-country event to acknowledge national roll out of the Pacific Partnership in Kiribati held in conjunction with the launch of the ‘Strengthening Peaceful Villages’ project by the Kiribati government.
Kiribati: Forging Ahead on Human Rights Education
RRRT Director Miles Young (left) with RRRT Kiribati Country Focal Officer Amberoti Nikora (right) and Permanent Secretary of the Kiribati Ministry of Justice, Birimaaka Tekanene (centre) on signing the MOU
Bullying, social exclusion and gender balance…
10 December is International Human Rights’ Day
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign
Tackling sexual harassment: what can you do?
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign
If you’ve experienced sexual harassment, know that you are not alone. There are people who can help you. Below are some steps you can take to address this issue. Remember: you are entitled to…
Tackling sexual harassment is everybody’s responsibility
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
Nothing justifies sexual harassment
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
"In our culture, it’s normal to flirt with women. They like it."
"She works in a job that’s usually done by men and her colleagues are all men: what does she expect?"
"This is the nature of our work: it…