Violence Against Women

Iran

Undressing protest in Iran shows how women are still fighting even as morality laws get harsher

— Ahou Daryaei’s bold protest against Iran’s oppressive laws has sparked widespread support, underscoring Iranian women’s persistent fight for autonomy. Her act symbolises unwavering resistance amid ongoing state repression.

Misogyny

London Mayor launches £1M programme to tackle misogyny and promote respect

— London Mayor Sadiq Khan launched a £1 million programme targeting 9 to 11-year-olds, using interactive workshops to combat rising misogyny and harmful online content, promoting respectful relationships and inclusivity among young Londoners.

Online Abuse

Musk’s plan to axe X’s block button is a real win for stalkers and abusers

— Elon Musk’s latest plan to axe the block button will endanger stalking and domestic abuse victims – and make online life harder for all women.

Violence Against Women

Violence against women isn’t the only national emergency – we must also tackle the misogyny that’s causing it

— The National Police Chiefs’ Council has declared violence against women a national emergency in England and Wales. Misogyny, male violence, and online radicalisation drive the crisis, requiring systemic legal, social, and educational reforms.

Violence Against Women

Why women would prefer to be alone in the woods with a bear than a man

— A social media debate rages over whether women prefer encountering a bear over a man in the woods, highlighting deep-seated fears rooted in widespread male violence against women and the perpetual threat women face daily.