The name “Nakusa” belonged to over 200 Indian girls. This name translates as “Unwanted” in the Marathi language of western Maharashtra state. However, a program in the district of Satara
Inspirational Interviews–Walter Astrada, Part Two
Below is part two of our interview with photojournalist Walter Astrada. Please note that some of the images in this post are of a graphic nature. Part One of the
Inspirational Interviews–Walter Astrada, Part One
The award winning photojournalist, Walter Astrada, captures the battle many women face in their fight against violence. His candid, raw and stunning collection of photos, “Violence against women,” brings the
A Silver Lining in Paris
The French capital recently hosted a protest against widespread violence against women. Over 6,000 activists, victims, politicians and supporters rallied to demand stronger legislation to protect women. The action follows
The Pixel Project VAW e-News Digest: Edition 42
Welcome to the 42nd edition of The Pixel Project’s VAW e-News Digest! As usual, we bring you the latest and most relevant news related to violence against women and efforts
A Silver Lining From Kenya
Female genital mutiliation (FGM), though now outlawed in many countries, is still a predominant practice in many cultures. One such culture resides in Muslim areas. Often times, a young girl
A Silver Lining through Advertising
The UN advertising competition, “No to Violence Against Women,” has recently reached its conclusion. The contest was open to entrants from forty European countries, and aimed to raise awareness of
The Pixel Project VAW e-News Digest: Edition 41
Welcome to the 41st edition of The Pixel Project’s VAW e-News Digest! As usual, we bring you the latest and most relevant news related to violence against women and efforts
A Silver Lining from Mary Kay Cosmetics
The Mary Kay Foundation has prepared a series of documentaries in honour of Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States, raising national awareness about the cause of ending violence
A Silver Lining for Nobel Peace Prize Winners
On Friday 7th October the winners of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize were announced. The award was shared between three remarkable women: Tawakul Karman, Leymah Gbowee and Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.