Violence against women and girls

Five years on from the rise of #MeToo, four ActionAid UK Community Campaigners share their reflections on how the movement changed things and where it's headed next.

It can be tough being a girl. That's why women have been sharing the advice they'd give to a young girl growing up today - to show them they are strong, they are brilliant, and they can do anything that boys can do. 

All around the world, adolescent girls living in poverty face unequal power dynamics that affect their everyday lives. This impacts their capacity to get the support they need, and to make their own decisions about various aspects of their lives.

Content warning: violence against women. 

Find out how violence affects women in the workplace around the world, and how vital it is that the International Labour Organisation's Convention 190 is ratified by governments worldwide, immediately.

We are closer than ever to the UK Government approving a treaty to end violence and harassment at work. ActionAid Community Campaigners have come up with 16 actions we can take to do our bit – join us and get involved! 

ActionAid's second Women by Women photography exhibition shines a spotlight on the incredible - but often overlooked - talent of women photographers. Lola Ayanda from ActionAid Nigeria explains why this project is so important.