Across the Global South, marginalized communities face ongoing and profound setbacks to their rights, safety, and economic opportunity. The systematic dismantling of women’s rights and LGBTQIA+ protections, coupled with persistent barriers to economic justice, results in deep and wide-ranging harm among those most vulnerable. Governments, institutions, and local actors frequently enact or reinforce policies that deny equal access, disrupt livelihoods, and entrench unequal power relations. Women and LGBTQIA+ people, already contending with historical discrimination, see their hard-won gains eroding under a tide of regressive legislation, restricted agency, and violence. The ripple effects reach across generations, weakening social cohesion and trust.
Despite such adversity, the resilient spirit and determination of feminist activists remain a source of inspiration and hope. Women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and their allies organize tirelessly and respond with resourcefulness, solidarity, and courage. Rooted in lived experience and collective wisdom, grassroots movements are forging new pathways to justice. Their work encompasses legal battles, street protests, community education, and cross-border alliances. These activists continually adapt strategies to confront and counter patriarchal, capitalist, and imperialist structures, challenging the dominance of top-down models and asserting locally informed leadership.
The International Network Against Violence Against Women and Girls (INEVAWG) stands as a powerful and unwavering force dedicated to ending violence against women and girls worldwide. At a time when women’s rights, LGBTQIA+ protections, and economic justice face systematic erosion, especially in the Global South, INEVAWG’s work becomes more vital than ever. This network of courageous women champions justice and resilience in the face of escalating challenges imposed by patriarchy, capitalism, and imperialism.
INEVAWG embodies the spirit of feminist resistance, which remains steadfast despite the increasing threats that marginalized communities endure. The Global South, where economic inequality and social injustices are deeply entrenched, experiences some of the harshest repercussions from policies and systems that undermine fundamental rights. Yet, within this context, INEVAWG fosters solidarity and collective action that transcends borders, uniting activists, advocates, and communities to strategize together and amplify their voice.
One of INEVAWG’s key initiatives is hosting webinars that provide essential spaces for learning, dialogue, and mobilization. These gatherings serve as dynamic platforms where participants can exchange strategies, renew commitments, and deepen their understanding of the complex intersections between gender-based violence, economic exploitation, and systemic oppression. The webinars emphasize the interconnectedness of struggles against patriarchy, capitalism, and imperialism—recognizing that dismantling one aspect of oppression requires confronting them all.
History shows that feminist solidarity is an unstoppable force. INEVAWG’s membership draws strength from this legacy, fueling ongoing efforts to challenge power structures that perpetuate inequality and violence. The network insists that the fight for justice is far from over—the struggle continues, or as activists say, “A luta continua!” This declaration captures the resilience and determination that characterizes the movement, reinforcing that victories may be incremental but are achieved through persistent collective action.
Through INEVAWG, women and allies from diverse contexts come together to demand a world free from violence and discrimination. The network amplifies marginalized voices and pushes for policies that protect and empower vulnerable communities. Its strategic focus on intersectionality ensures that no woman or girl is left behind, highlighting the ways different identities and experiences intersect within the fight for human rights.
INEVAWG’s work also underscores the importance of economic justice as a cornerstone of eliminating violence. Economic empowerment and protection serve as key tools to breaking cycles of abuse and creating sustainable futures for women and girls. The network’s holistic approach links economic policies with gender and human rights, addressing root causes rather than only symptoms.
The International Network Against Violence Against Women and Girls is more than a movement; it is a beacon of hope and resistance against systemic oppression. For anyone committed to advancing women’s rights, promoting LGBTQIA+ protections, and achieving economic justice globally, supporting and engaging with INEVAWG is vital. Together, their collective voice and action ignite change, dismantle oppressive systems, and pave the way to a just and equal world for all.