Period Poverty: Who Does It Affect?
At the present time, approximately 500 million people find themselves in period poverty. Defined as the lack of accessibility to menstrual products, period poverty may come in the form of expensive sanitary supplies and unhygienic […]
LGBTQIA+ Rights and its Progress in Asia
On June 5, 2022, Silom’s streets were lined with banners and people donning rainbow colors, marking Thailand’s first Pride Parade since 2006. The massive presence of and support for the LGBTQIA+ community signifies a shift […]
Sexual Violence in Conflict in 2022
June 19 is the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. In 2015, The United Nations General Assembly choose 19 June to commemorate the adoption of Security Council resolution 1820 (2008) on 19 June 2008. […]
World Day Against Child Labour: June 12
June 12 marks World Day Against Child Labour. In 2002, this event was initiated by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in a bid to call greater attention to the global issue of child labour and […]
Chiang Rai Annual Anti-Trafficking Event at Wiang Kaen District
June 5 is Thailand National Anti-Trafficking Day. This year on June 9th, Women For Change Network, Center For Girls Foundation, FOCUS, WorldVision, The Freedom Story, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, and many […]
Help 4 Girls Fulfill Their Dream of Education
In November 2019, we asked you to donate and help empower the future of three girls. They were part of our Emergency cases: an imperative campaign that funds education, food, and clothing for young children who frequently […]
Why Reproductive Rights Empower Women
Despite the various advancements in gender equality, women’s reproductive health rights remain a contentious topic. In spite of its prevalence, women’s ability to decide what happens to their bodies continues to be challenged, especially in […]
Violence: Learn to Recognize Them
There are many forms and types of violence. It is vital to be aware of these forms and types of violence to help reduce violence against women and children. 3 Forms of Violence 1. Direct […]
What Happens When We Invest in Girls’ Education
It is important that everyone receives an education, not just boys. In fact, education is a fundamental human right as protected in Article 26 of the Universal Human Rights. The positive impacts of girls’ education are […]
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). This year is, notably, the 21st anniversary of the event. It began in the 1970s with small grassroots movements, and the opening of the first rape crisis center: […]