In a historic milestone for global football, U.S. referee Tori Penso will become the second woman ever to officiate a men’s FIFA World Cup match, continuing the push for gender equity in the sport’s most prestigious tournament. The FIFA Referees Committee confirmed on June 15 that Tori Penso will take charge of the Group A […]

“In regions ravaged by violence and instability, girls often find themselves at the intersection of multiple crises…” On Monday, African countries have been urged to intensify efforts to protect the rights and welfare of girls affected by conflict across the continent. Related:Africa: CDC for Local Manufacturing of Medical Supplies The appeal, made by the Africa […]

There are at least 2 million victims of gender-related violence per year. The number of crimes related to violence against women and girls (VAWG) in England and Wales increased by 37 percent between 2018 and 2023, with an estimated one in every 12 women being a victim every year, according to a national policing statement. […]