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Stepping up for girls & women at the 2016 Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting

At the 2016 CGI Annual Meeting, Global Fund for Women announced its involvement as a coalition partner for commitments to action for girls and women.

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The Brazil you won’t see at the Summer Olympics: Women on the Frontlines

Q&A with KK Verdade: As Rio 2016 gets underway, women are leading the resistance to rollbacks in human rights amid Brazil's political crisis.

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9 inspiring Muslim women shattering stereotypes

Explore art and quotes from 9 Muslim women from around the world who are shattering stereotypes just by being themselves.

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In solidarity with Egyptian woman human rights defender and Global Fund for Women board member Mozn Hassan after travel ban

Egyptian woman human rights defender Mozn Hassan was banned from traveling abroad on June 27, in the latest in Egypt's crackdown on human rights.

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Top 10 favorite moments from the star-studded United State of Women Summit

From Michelle Obama to Amy Poehler to Oprah, there was no shortage of inspiration and empowerment at the United State of Women Summit this week.

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From Orlando to Pakistan: LGBT violence around the world

Across the globe, people are being killed for being LGBTQI. And violence is especially prevalent against those who are activists for LGBT rights.

NYT Letter to the Editor: Women’s rights and Brazil’s all-male cabinet

In a Letter to the Editor of The New York Times, Global Fund for Women elevates concerns over women's rights in Brazil amid political crisis.

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Spotlight on Turkey: Women on the ground discuss growing crisis, threats

Women in Turkey discuss the growing crisis, unique challenges for women and girls, and growing threats to human rights.

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One year later: Women rebuilding Nepal

One year after the deadliest earthquake in Nepal's history, the resilience and power of women to drive sustainable change is extremely evident.

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Demand Justice for Berta Cáceres, and Women Human Rights Defenders Worldwide

In this op-ed published in The World Post, Musimbi Kanyoro reflects on the murder of Berta Caceres, and women human rights defenders globally.

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News & Analysis

economic & political equality girls news release
Stepping up for girls & women at the 2016 Clinton Globa...

At the 2016 CGI Annual Meeting, Global Fund for Women announced its involvement as a coalition partner for commitments to action for girls and women.

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The Brazil you won’t see at the Summer Olympics: Women...

Q&A with KK Verdade: As Rio 2016 gets underway, women are leading the resistance to rollbacks in human rights amid Brazil's political crisis.

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A message of solidarity to our sisters in Turkey

After the attempted coup, women in Turkey are trying to understand what the situation and increased violence means for women's rights and activists.

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Key Issues

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Economic & Political Equality

Imagine how our economic engines would hum if every woman had equal access to education, skills training, employment, and entrepreneurial opportunity.

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Freedom from Violence

The right to live free from violence is a basic human right, yet gender-based violence persists in every country of the world.

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Sexual & Reproductive Health & Rights

A woman’s ability to control her own body and access the health services she needs is a fundamental right.

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Impact Stories

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9 inspiring Muslim women shattering stereotypes

Explore art and quotes from 9 Muslim women from around the world who are shattering stereotypes just by being themselves.

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Visiting Nepal one year after the earthquake: A reflection

Two Global Fund for Women team members traveled to Nepal in the middle of April to visit our grantee partners and see their work first-hand.

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Your messages of support for women in Nepal

Messages of support for women in Nepal are pouring in. We've received nearly 800 from men and women in 65 countries. Here are a few of your messages.

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Publications

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Stronger Networks & Organizations: Grantmaking for Rural Women’s Groups in Sub-Saharan Africa

In 2011, Global Fund for Women implemented Rural Women Striding Forward, a four-year initiative to support rural women's groups in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Annual Report 2015

In EV=RYWHERE, our annual report for fiscal year 2015, you’ll learn about our impact and hear stories from courageous women fighting for equality.

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How we make change happen

Fall 2015 Impact Report We are excited to share the impact of your belief in us. This past fiscal year, your generous support has helped Global Fund ...

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