From the Archives of Our Bodies, Our BlogViolence & Abuse Stopping Keystone: A Victory for Native Women’s Health Read The failure of the Keystone XL oil pipeline is a victory for Indigenous communities and environmental activists. Yet challenges remain. Read The failure of the Keystone XL oil pipeline is a victory for Indigenous communities and environmental activists. Yet challenges remain. What Have We Learned From the Survivors of Larry Nassar? Read The hundreds of Larry Nassar abuse survivors who bravely revealed themselves and bared their pain for the world to see have done their part. Now it’s time for society and institutions to do theirs. Read The hundreds of Larry Nassar abuse survivors who bravely revealed themselves and bared their pain for the world to see have done their part. Now it’s time for society and institutions to do theirs. Preventing Sexual Assault on College Campuses: What Works? Read Young people ages 18 -24 are most at risk for sexual violence. What can colleges do to empower women and promote social norms that protect against violence? Read Young people ages 18 -24 are most at risk for sexual violence. What can colleges do to empower women and promote social norms that protect against violence? More Than Half of Female Homicide Victims Are Killed By Their Husbands or Boyfriends Read A new CDC report shows that each year, hundreds of young women in the United States are killed by their current and former male intimate partners. Read A new CDC report shows that each year, hundreds of young women in the United States are killed by their current and former male intimate partners. Survivors of Forced Sterilization Deserve More Than An Apology Read It’s time for California to provide reparations to the approximately 800 survivors of compulsory sterilization who are likely still alive in the state. Read It’s time for California to provide reparations to the approximately 800 survivors of compulsory sterilization who are likely still alive in the state. Sexual Assault: A 21st Century Civil Rights Issue Read As a teen activist, I’m taking on sexual assault because I believe it’s the most pressing civil rights issue my generation faces. Read As a teen activist, I’m taking on sexual assault because I believe it’s the most pressing civil rights issue my generation faces. We Need to Talk About the Role of Domestic Violence in Mass Shootings Read Violence perpetrated by a man against a current or former partner is the too-often ignored alarm bell that alerts us to future violence. Read Violence perpetrated by a man against a current or former partner is the too-often ignored alarm bell that alerts us to future violence. Why Everyone Should Read This Young Woman's Letter to Her Rapist Read Read The Road to Prison is Paved with Trauma for Women and Girls Read The vast majority of women in prisons have a history of abuse and addiction. They need treatment and help. The vast majority of women in prisons have a history of abuse and addiction. They need treatment and help. Sexual Assault on Campus Read As the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights investigates campus sexual assault, the issue is making headlines. Read As the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights investigates campus sexual assault, the issue is making headlines. Round-Up: Planned Parenthood Attack Read A round-up of key media coverage and analysis of the deadly attack on a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs. Read A round-up of key media coverage and analysis of the deadly attack on a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs. Dispatches from Vietnam: Learning From "Our Bodies, Ourselves" Read In 2015, the Institute for Social Development Studies published a Vietnamese version of "Our Bodies, Ourselves." Soon after, it changed a woman's life. Read In 2015, the Institute for Social Development Studies published a Vietnamese version of "Our Bodies, Ourselves." Soon after, it changed a woman's life. Yes Means Yes: California Adopts Affirmative Consent Standard Read California’s affirmative consent standard diverts attention from women who've been raped and places it where it belongs: on the actions of the perpetrator. Read California’s affirmative consent standard diverts attention from women who've been raped and places it where it belongs: on the actions of the perpetrator. Real Tips About Sexual Assault Everyone Can Use Read Susan Sered explains the truth about sexual assault and offers real tips that girls and women can use. Read Susan Sered explains the truth about sexual assault and offers real tips that girls and women can use. Rally Against Sexual Violence in Nepal Draws Thousands Read Read New Study on Youth and Sexual Violence Considers Spectrum of Rape Scenarios Read WHO Releases Global Report on Health Effects of Violence Against Women Read CDC Releases Data on Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Violence by Sexual Orientation Read One Billion Rising on V-Day: Are You Ready to Dance? Read The White Ribbon Campaign: Men Working to End Violence Against Women Read 1 2 3 4 5 6
