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Mothers’ Union use 16-Days to Break the Silence, Lift the Shame, and Shift the Blame

Archbishop Welby urges Christians to “stand up and speak out for justice” in support of an MU campaign against gender-based violence.

21 November 2017

Mothers’ Union members learn about gender-based violence as part of 16-days of activism

A senior police officer has briefed members of the Mothers’ Union in Northern Ireland about the extent of sexual and domestic violence.

20 November 2017

Fijian churches unite to “Break the Silence” on violence against women

Churches across Fiji will observe “Break the Silence Sunday” this weekend, as part of a campaign to halt the epidemic of violence against women.

16 November 2017

Australian Anglicans “sorry” for complicity in domestic violence

The Anglican Church of Australia has issued a “heartfelt apology” to victims of domestic violence for failures in teaching and pastoral care.

18 September 2017

Bishop calls for stronger rape laws in sexual offences consultation

The Bishop of Jamaica has called for a clearer definition of rape, equality for male and female victims, and for rape in marriage to be outlawed.

04 August 2017

Vibrant youth work spreading discipleship in Katanga Diocese, DRC

“It is a great honour to let you know that the youth department supervises about 6000 young people who actively participate in the growth of discipleship in the Anglican diocese of Katanga, within the Province of Congo, writes Raphael Mukendi, the diocesan youth co-ordinator.

20 July 2017

More men urged to join fight against gender-based violence

Advocacy for women’s rights and the fight against gender-based violence is not only a concern for women but crucial for the whole of humanity and more men need to get involved.

12 July 2017

Christians urged to speak out against gender based violence

“The world is calling upon the faith leaders to use their power for justice for the excluded and discriminated against and for the exploited planet earth,” said Dr Isabel Apawo Phiri, the deputy general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC).

10 July 2017

Diocese of Mauritius examines 'The Silent Epidemic' of gender based violence

An initiative entitled ‘The Silent Epidemic’ aimed at tackling gender based violence has been launched by the Mothers’ Union in Mauritius.

04 July 2017

Burundian Anglicans march against gender-based violence

Archbishop Martin Blaise Nyaboho and the Anglican Church of Burundi have taken part in a public march against gender-based violence.

11 April 2017