Justice during war: the main conclusions of our video podcast on stigmatization in SNPK cases Ukraine is today creating a unique global precedent. While international practice was formed mainly after the end of wars and prisoner exchanges, our courts conduct criminal proceedings directly during military conflict — including passing absentee sentences. In our video podcast, we discussed with experts the most important thing: how is changing …
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From condemnation to support: the project's mission and the fight against stereotypes of the SNPK
NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" presents a new video podcast "Stigma" Why does stigmatization of victims of conflict-related sexual violence arise, what is the mission of the project and how the formula "Recognize. Support. Counteract" works - see the link Conflict-related sexual violence (CSRV) is a crime that perpetrators deliberately use as a weapon to humiliate human dignity. But the most difficult test for a person often begins after they have survived. Victims face …
"What were you wearing?"
“What were you wearing?” “What were you wearing?” This is a question that is often heard in one form or another by people who have experienced sexual violence. In fact, a person’s clothing, appearance, or behavior is never the cause of violence against them. The decision and responsibility for it always lies with the perpetrator. NGO “Girls” begins collecting testimonies for the exhibition “What were you wearing?”. If you …
GREVIO's first report on Ukraine: achievements, gaps and next steps
GREVIO’s first report on Ukraine: achievements, gaps and next steps On 4 September 2026, GREVIO — the Council of Europe’s independent expert group on combating violence against women and domestic violence — published its first baseline report on Ukraine’s implementation of the Istanbul Convention. The experts noted the political will and changes that Ukraine has achieved despite full-scale Russian aggression. At the same time, they drew attention to the fact that the envisaged …
More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence?
More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence? More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence? [1] The legal term “conflict-related sexual violence” (CRSV) has entered the legal system of Ukraine relatively recently. For example, this term was used in the National Action Plan to implement the Council resolution …
Who profits from women's insecurities?
Who profits from women's insecurities? Whenever a woman is offered to "get rid of imperfections," it's worth asking a simple question: who decided that this was an imperfection at all? Pores, cellulite, wrinkles, gray hair, body hair, nose shape, breast size, weight - the list goes on and on. Some of these "imperfections" were not perceived as a problem a few decades ago. Today, for each of them there is a separate ...
Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million cases of domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine.
Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million calls for domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine, - interview with the TV channel "DIM" Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million calls for domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine. Since the beginning of this year alone, there have been almost 20 thousand, and most of the applications come from women. At the same time, children are increasingly seeking help. Why do people remain silent for years, …
"(IN)VISIBLE WOMEN": a performance at the Officers' House about what happens around us every day
"(IN)VISIBLE WOMEN": A performance at the Officers' House about what happens next to us every day On April 21, 2026, the performance "(IN)VISIBLE WOMEN" was held at the Officers' House, a stage play about women whose lives are closely connected with war, even if it is not always visible from the outside. The event was held with the participation of Kateryna Levchenko, the Government Commissioner for Gender Policy, who emphasized in her speech ...
What is economic domestic violence against a child?
What is economic domestic violence against a child? The legislation defines 4 forms of domestic violence, including economic violence. It can manifest itself in various ways, however, the law clearly defines that such actions as intentional deprivation of housing, food, clothing, other property, funds or documents or the ability to use them, leaving without care or custody, preventing the child from receiving necessary treatment or rehabilitation services, …
Introducing menstrual leave in Ukraine: for or against?
In 2023, Spain introduced “menstrual leave,” which allows women to take time off during their periods. Similar approaches are being implemented in Asian countries.
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