Making schools safer for children with disabilities
In this blog post, Sightsavers' researchers explain how their new research project puts the voices of schoolchildren with disabilities at the centre of efforts to combat gender-based violence.
Webinar Explained: Launch of the Research Agenda on Child Sexual Violence
In this blog post, we summarise the main insights and reflections from the panellists of the global launch of the research agenda on child sexual violence for low- and middle-income countries.
The dual role of technology in facilitating and preventing gender-based violence affecting women with disabilities
This blog post explores by SVRI Grantee 2024 explores the dual role of technology in facilitating and preventing gender-based violence affecting women with disabilities in South Africa and elsewhere.
Balancing protection and autonomy: Navigating sexual and reproductive healthcare for adolescent girls in India
This blog post by CEHAT, SVRI Grantee 2019, highlights the difficulties adolescent girls experience in India when navigating their sexual and reproductive health and rights due to oppressive laws and social norms.
Integrating research and practice: Collaborative approach to deliver effective solutions for GBV survivors
Drawing from the experience of Mapa do Acolhimento, this article explores the critical importance of aligning research with daily practice, and using evidence to improve governmental assistance to survivors of violence.
SVRI & Partners at CSW69
The SVRI, World Health Organization (WHO), World Bank Group, UNICEF-Innocenti are hosting two powerful sessions at CSW69 to reflect on 30 years of progress since the Beijing Declaration on building evidence to end violence against women.
SVRI Film: How can we end violence against women and children in our lifetime?
In a compelling video, prominent experts on violence against women and violence against children explore what the field needs to deliver evidence-based solutions that can create lasting change to end violence.
Why we’re leaving X: A commitment to building safer digital spaces rooted in care
As an organization dedicated to ending violence against women, violence against children, and other forms of violence driven by gender inequality, we strive to uphold our values in every space we engage with. Since Elon Musk acquired X (formerly Twitter),…
Building a community of early-career researchers at the SVRI Forum 2024
Attending the SVRI Forum 2024 has been one of the most transformative experiences of my professional journey. It underscored a critical truth: early-career researchers (ECRs) must be meaningfully integrated into every aspect of international conferences. Eighteen months ago, I…
Navigating the complex terrain of technology-facilitated gender-based violence
In October, I had the privilege of attending the SVRI Forum 2024 in Cape Town, a gathering that not only showcased groundbreaking research but also sparked important conversations on some of today’s most pressing issues. One topic that resonated deeply…
