Events

Join us in launching the International Campaign to Stop Rape and Gender Violence in Conflict on Friday May 18th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Freedom Corner, Uhuru Park, Nairobi:

Because we envision a world without war, rape and gender violence- where women and men are equal;

Because rape and gender violence destroy individuals and families, entire communities and the fabric of society;

Because in recent years alone, massive numbers of women – and sometimes men and boys – have suffered not only the physical trauma of rape and gender violence in war and other conflict situations, but also the shame and stigma that often leaves survivors suffering in silence;

Because perpetrators of rape and gender violence go unpunished and impunity is the order of the day;

Because national, regional and international commitments to end rape and gender violence in war and other conflict situations are either seriously inadequate or are not being enforced; and

Because women and girls, men and boys across the world demand and expect justice.

The International Campaign will be launched in four countries worldwide: Kenya, Burma, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Columbia. The Green Belt Movement, with partner organizations, is hosting the national campaign effort to be convened in Nairobi on May 18th 2012. By joining together in a true civil society movement, this campaign is an opportunity to engage substantively on effective strategies to address the stigma, suffering and justice for rape and gender violence survivors.

If you cannot be with us on the 18th, please join the campaign, show your support on facebook and twitter and make a pledge this week during the #IPLEDGE Week of Action.

The International Campaign to Stop Rape & Gender Violence in Conflict unites organizations and individuals into and powerful and coordinated effort for change. Together we will demand bold political leadership to prevent rape in conflict, to protect civilians and rape survivors, and call for justice for all—including effective prosecution of those responsible.