Tag Archives: women’s rights

A New Era for Reproductive Rights in Vietnam Starting from October 1, Vietnam has taken a significant step forward in reproductive rights by allowing single women to freeze their eggs and undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) without requiring a medical reason. This landmark decision marks a shift in the country’s approach to fertility treatments, emphasizing personal choice over medical necessity. …

Uganda’s Constitutional Court Upholds Polygamy as Legal, Sparks Debate Uganda’s Constitutional Court has made a landmark ruling that polygamous marriages, particularly those governed by customary and Islamic laws, are legally recognized. This decision was in response to a petition filed by civil society groups who argued that polygamy is harmful to women and infringes upon their rights. However, the court …

Spotlight Initiative Champions Global Efforts to End Violence Against Women and Girls At the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, Spain, the Spotlight Initiative organized a side event aimed at accelerating and expanding international investment to combat violence against women and girls. The event, titled “Increasing Momentum for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls” (EVAWG), brought …