At the opening of the UN General Assembly’s high-level week, world leaders gathered to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action – the most ambitious global commitment on women’s rights and gender equality. On this historic occasion, Nadia Murad issued a powerful reminder: reflection is not enough.
Read MoreAt this year’s Vienna Discussion Forum, Nadia Murad spoke about her experiences as a survivor, women's rights activist, and refugee, highlighting the need to address the root causes of gender-based violence and trafficking in migration, displacement, peacebuilding, and reconstruction.
Read MoreDuring the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Nadia Murad spoke at a high-level meeting marking the 30th anniversary of the Declaration of Minority Rights.
Read MorePolicymakers, civil society organizations, and activists gathered at a UNGA high-level side event to discuss how to ensure effective implementation of the reparations program for survivors of sexual violence in Iraq that was outlined by the Yazidi Female Survivors Law.
Read MoreWartime sexual violence has become a significant aspect of today’s conflicts, affecting people across age and gender. Perpetrators often go unpunished and survivors do not get the support and redress that they need. What needs to be done to change this situation and where do we start?
Read MoreDuring her recent trip to Iraq, Nobel Peace Laureate, UNODC Goodwill Ambassador, and Nadia’s Initiative president Nadia Murad met with several foreign dignitaries to discuss the plight of the Yazidis in Iraq.
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