Women are still in danger around the world. In a recent conversation with Nobel Peace Prize winner Dr Denis Mukwege, Emma Watson talked about violence against women. Saying that "there's a sort of strange acceptance as women that not feeling safe, not being completely safe, in our societies and communities is a fact of life and that this is something we just have to accept, that's the way of the world, it's dangerous to be a woman." Continuing to add "but I don't think that we have to accept that. And I do think there are other ways that we can live and be. We deserve it, and we need to demand it." Sexual violence, rape, torture, and abuse of girls and women continue to be a weapon of war. At the same time, it continues to be a reality for millions around the world, regardless of war or peace. Legal Action Worldwide (LAW) is a nonprofit organisation and think tank comprised of lawyers and experts providing legal aid and support to individuals and communities suffering from human rights violations in areas of conflict. LAW is actively seeking lawyers and experts to contribute their skills to their expanding network. If you or anyone you know may be interested in doing so, please consult LAW’s website for more information. |