All: We can end sexual violence. But how we end it is well beyond policing.
Athlete A: What it teaches us… and fails to teach us about sexual violence against children
Athlete A reminds us how regularly survivors are ignored and how often they are chastised for reporting an abuser. It reveals how self-interested institutions can themselves turn into cloaks of protection for the most heinous crimes.
- 19th August 2020
The new face of schooling… and keeping kids safe at home and online
The COVID-19 lockdowns around the U.S. have exacerbated what was already a widespread problem gripping our nation: the trapping of children at home with sexual abusers.
- 13th August 2020
Friends don’t remain silent. Here's what to say if a survivor of sexual violence comes to you.
Friends can play a powerful role in helping survivors access and receive critical care to help them seek justice and start their journey to heal.
- 31st July 2020
Four tools parents can use to protect kids during COVID-19
This blog features COVID-19 parenting resources, including evidence-based strategies to manage stress, tools to keep children safe online, and guides that help parents talk to their kids about COVID-19.
- 29th April 2020
Understanding child sexual abuse
Childhood sexual violence differs from other forms of violence, such as physical or psychological violence, as child development and the capacity to consent influence its recognition as a crime.
- 22nd September 2019
Key considerations for engaging men and boys as a prevention strategy
Attitudes and behaviors that can exacerbate the risk for or facilitate acts of sexual violence against adolescents and children are grounded in broad social norms.
- 12th April 2019
A father’s role: Changing the conversation around gender equality
Together for Girls had the opportunity to interview Gary Barker, the President and CEO of Promundo and longtime champion of engaging men and boys in gender equality and violence prevention.
- 13th June 2017
Barriers and solutions to gender inequality: art contest winners
Girls from all over the world used their artistic talents to illustrate barriers and solutions to gender inequities that stop them from reaching their full potential.
- 2nd March 2016