November 20, 2012

In New Zealand, concern that 16- and 17-year-olds are being forced to marry into often-abusive relationships has prompted an MP to draft a bill which would require minors to declare their consent in court.

In New Zealand, concern that 16- and 17-year-olds are being forced to marry into often-abusive relationships has prompted […]

November 20, 2012

In the UK, journalist Felicity Gerry calls for prosecuting those who commit female genital mutilation.

In the UK, journalist Felicity Gerry calls for prosecuting those who commit female genital mutilation. Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/law/2012/nov/13/female-genital-mutilation-prosection-uk

November 20, 2012

A new Maasai rite of passage aims to reduce the prevalence of female genital mutilation.

A new Maasai rite of passage aims to reduce the prevalence of female genital mutilation in Kenya. Via: […]

November 20, 2012

In Edmonton, Canada, a couple has been charged with attacking and confining a 21-year-old woman in her home after she refused to participate in an arranged marriage outside the country.

In Edmonton, Canada, a couple has been charged with attacking and confining a 21-year-old woman in her home […]

November 20, 2012

In Canada, a 65-year-old Afghan immigrant was sent to prison for life after jurors found him guilty of second-degree murder in the 2008 slaying of his diminutive wife, Randjida Khairi in an “honor killing”.

In Canada, a 65-year-old Afghan immigrant was sent to prison for life after jurors found him guilty of […]

November 20, 2012

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has condemned child marriages as “repugnant” and says they should be vigorously combated.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has condemned child marriages as “repugnant” and says they should be vigorously combated. Via: http://www.timeslive.co.za/local/2012/11/06/tutu-hits-out-at-child-marriages

November 20, 2012

Britain’s Chief Prosecutor seeks to bring prosecutions for perpetrators of female genital mutilation

In Britain, some 24,000 girls could be at risk of female genital mutilation, and although Britain criminalized FGM […]

November 20, 2012

In Egypt after the revolution, some fear more tolerance of female genital mutilation.

In Egypt after the revolution, some fear more tolerance of female genital mutilation. About 95% of Egyptian women […]

November 20, 2012

Each year, more than 10 million young girls in the world are forced to marry older men.

Each year, more than 10 million young girls in the world are forced to marry older men. Officials […]

November 20, 2012

Investigative journalist Abigail Haworth reports on FGM in Indonesia, a shockingly prevalent phenomenon.

Investigative journalist Abigail Haworth reports on FGM in Indonesia, a shockingly prevalent phenomenon. Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2012/nov/18/female-genital-mutilation-circumcision-indonesia

November 13, 2012

Afghan women fear women’s rights will erode as U.S. troops leave.

Afghan women fear rights will erode as U.S. troops leave. Eleven years after the U.S. ousted the Taliban […]

November 5, 2012

A 15-year-old girl was killed in an “honor” killing in Pakistan for looking at a boy.

A 15-year-old girl in Pakistan was killed by her own parents with acid in an “honor” killing for […]

October 19, 2012

Photojournalist Stephanie Sinclair has documented child marriage in over 50 countries.

Photojournalist Stephanie Sinclair has documented child marriage in over 50 countries. Read more here.

October 19, 2012

Malala Yousafzai’s courage in the face of Taliban violence inspires us to act.

Malala Yousafzai’s courage in the face of Taliban violence inspires us to act. Read more here.

October 12, 2012

The AHA Foundation  Second Annual Conference on Honor Violence and Forced Marriage

On October 4th, the AHA Foundation hosted its Second Annual Conference on Honor Violence and Forced Marriage at […]

October 10, 2012

Malala Yousafzai, a 14-year-old Pakistani activist who won international acclaim for her work promoting peace, and two other young girls were shot and seriously injured by the Taliban on Tuesday, police and hospital officials said.

Malala Yousafzai, a 14-year-old Pakistani activist who won international acclaim for her work promoting peace, and two other […]

October 9, 2012

Ikea has apologised for airbrushing women out of the Saudi version of its furniture magazine – which was previously identical across the world.

Ikea has apologised for airbrushing women out of the Saudi version of its furniture magazine – which was […]

In New Zealand, concern that 16- and 17-year-olds are being forced to marry into often-abusive relationships has prompted an MP to draft a bill which would require minors to declare their consent in court.

In the UK, journalist Felicity Gerry calls for prosecuting those who commit female genital mutilation.

A new Maasai rite of passage aims to reduce the prevalence of female genital mutilation.

In Edmonton, Canada, a couple has been charged with attacking and confining a 21-year-old woman in her home after she refused to participate in an arranged marriage outside the country.

In Canada, a 65-year-old Afghan immigrant was sent to prison for life after jurors found him guilty of second-degree murder in the 2008 slaying of his diminutive wife, Randjida Khairi in an “honor killing”.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has condemned child marriages as “repugnant” and says they should be vigorously combated.

Britain’s Chief Prosecutor seeks to bring prosecutions for perpetrators of female genital mutilation

In Egypt after the revolution, some fear more tolerance of female genital mutilation.

Each year, more than 10 million young girls in the world are forced to marry older men.

Investigative journalist Abigail Haworth reports on FGM in Indonesia, a shockingly prevalent phenomenon.

Afghan women fear women’s rights will erode as U.S. troops leave.

A 15-year-old girl was killed in an “honor” killing in Pakistan for looking at a boy.

Photojournalist Stephanie Sinclair has documented child marriage in over 50 countries.

Malala Yousafzai’s courage in the face of Taliban violence inspires us to act.

The AHA Foundation  Second Annual Conference on Honor Violence and Forced Marriage

Malala Yousafzai, a 14-year-old Pakistani activist who won international acclaim for her work promoting peace, and two other young girls were shot and seriously injured by the Taliban on Tuesday, police and hospital officials said.

In Newsweek, Ayaan Hirsi Ali writes about Islamist rage in the Middle East and what can be done to end it.

CBS News reports on the honor killing of Noor Almaleki in Arizona in 2009

In Pakistan, some women risk all to marry the person they choose.

Ikea has apologised for airbrushing women out of the Saudi version of its furniture magazine – which was previously identical across the world.