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Women in England protest the violence of the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021

Afghan judge, activist survives Taliban assassination attempts to run for office in UK

I huddled in the sewer for four hours, surrounded by dirt and stench, flies biting me all over. I knew the Taliban men had come to kill me.
Sex & Gender
Raquel Hermida Leyenda (left) is considered a defender of vulnerable populations

Feminist lawyer faces obstacles in fight for women in Argentina

Over the years, I’ve developed a reputation of being a fighter. I’m not interested in conversation or negotiations—I want justice for my clients and am always ready for the next challenge.
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Supporters show up for International Women’s Day in Colombia

Members of feminist organizations and social groups in several cities in Colombia went out to march on March 8, in commemoration of International Women's Day.
Health
Now the mother of three daughters of her own, Sadia vows to protect as many girls as she can from the pain and trauma of FGM

Once a victim herself, Kenyan Parliament hopeful fights to eradicate female genital mutilation

I silently prayed, waiting in fear for whatever was about to happen. A few minutes later, I felt a sharp pain in my genital area as my flesh was cut off. They gave me no painkillers or anesthesia as they cut; the pain overwhelmed me, and I lost all my strength.
Sex & Gender
Rider sister as of 2021, breaking stereotypes and skating in their usual gathering place

Female skateboarder fights sexism, empowers women through community

Rider Sisters has become a social responsibility. It shows the wonders women can accomplish together. As female skaters, we share a path, and we are opening opportunities for other women.
Sex & Gender
Nearly five years after the vicious attack, Jackline's former husband was sentenced to 30 years behind bars for attempted murder.

Face of gender-based violence in Kenya looks back on her attack

My neighbors heard me screaming and called the police. They found me in a pool of blood with a severed hand on the floor. My other hand was almost detached and could not be saved.
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Fight for Abortion Decriminalization Continues in Colombia

The protest had an increased urgency, as that very issue is due to be settled in Colombian Constitutional Court in the coming months.
Sex & Gender
A survivor of child marriage, domestic violence and marital rape, Geeta is now independent and works as chief reporter for Khabar Lahariya

Indian journalist overcomes domestic abuse to join all-women news outlet

My husband, 10 years my senior, shouted at me for no reason. He would often beat me with his belt and throw me out of the house. Other times, he would grab me by the hair, throw me on the floor, get on top of me and choke me.
Sex & Gender
Zera with her baby daughter. In Kenya, nearly 1 out of 5 girls between 15-19 years old is either pregnant or already a mother

Poverty drives young Kenyan girl into sex trade

The men took advantage of our desperation and ignorance, using us for their pleasure and paying nearly nothing.
Conflict

Afghan professor urges world to defend women’s rights

In the past two decades, we could dream. We could become doctors, college instructors, business owners. We could drive, compete in sports, represent our country in parliament. Now, that is all gone.
Sex & Gender
Elizabeth Ameri, mother of 10, lives on the street in Eldoret

Rape, poverty plague Kenyan street families

A chokoraa like me cannot report a rape case and have it followed up, like people with stable homes. Where do you even start when you do not know the person who assaulted you?
Conflict
Habibullah Farzad undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kabul.

Women’s rights activist tells of beating at hands of Taliban

Batons, sticks, electrical cables, and whips pummeled my thighs, back, shoulder, and face. The blows broke my right hand. My mouth oozed blood, and bruises covered my body. When I begged for my release, they just beat me harder.
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