The impact of genocide on women and girls is catastrophic. Survivors of sexual violence endure unimaginable physical, mental health, and socio-economic challenges, and are often ostracized by their own communities because of their victimization. In the aftermath of genocide and conflicts generally, women-the pillars of their community, are often marginalized from decision-making and peace-building processes. Women and girls constitute a significant majority of displaced populations and are vulnerable to human-trafficking and other forms of gender-based violence.
This panel address the gendered aspects of genocide, the catalyzing impact of media, historic and legal frameworks for addressing mass atrocities, and the critical agency that we have to collaborate with victims/survivors and their progeny to establish mechanisms, procedures, and institutions that foster collective healing and resilience.
More details to come.
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