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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

November 25, 2024November 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

25th November marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The day highlights a grim reality: violence against women and girls remains one of the most widespread human rights violations globally.

Violence against women protests

November 24, 2024November 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Violence against women remains a pervasive issue, yet many incidents go unreported due to widespread stigma, fear, and silence. On Saturday, protests were held across Italy.

Electronic bracelet monitoring system. Credit: istock

Electronic bracelet monitoring system under review

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A meeting took place on Tuesday at Palazzo Chigi to discuss the use of the electronic bracelet monitoring system to combat violence against women.

women saying no to violence. Femicide has decreased slightly in 2023, but 78 women are still dead.

Rape and femicides still making headlines

September 5, 2023September 5, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has registered 77 femicides since the start of the year, according to data released by the interior ministry on Tuesday. On Monday, the 78th victim was found in Rome.

“The Scar” exhibition features Bernini bust

November 4, 2021November 4, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is hosting “The Scar” exhibition until 19th December. The exhibition shows photos of women disfigured with acid by their exes, taken by Italian photographer Ilaria Sagaria, and a Bernini bust.