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Breaking the silence: violence against women in Somalia and beyond

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Young Somali girl in a classroom. Picture: Sven Torfinn/Panos

When you think of Somalia, you probably think of Black Hawk Down, Al Shabaab terrorism and piracy. But if you’re born a girl in Somalia, you face so many other risks, both severe and everyday. Decades of war and humanitarian …

Ending violence against women and girls – the missing target in the MDGs

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The UK is tackling all forms of violence against women and girls through its programmes. Picture: Robin Hammond/Panos

As I'm sure you know by now, I am passionately committed to tackling violence against women and girls wherever it occurs, and this issue was the theme of my last speaking event at CSW before heading back home. The Millennium …

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