Mahsa Amini Posthumously Honored with EU’s Sakharov Human Rights Prize

The European Union has conferred the esteemed Sakharov Prize for human rights on the late Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Iranian woman whose tragic death in police custody ignited a powerful women-led uprising in Iran. Amini, who lost her life in September 2022, has emerged as an emblem of defiance against the oppressive measures of the Iranian regime, particularly those aimed at women. Strasbourg Ceremony: Honoring Resilience and Bravery In a dignified ceremony in Strasbourg, France, the European Parliament paid homage

Building a More Inclusive Peace: Women’s Leadership in Libya’s Peace Efforts

In Libya, there’s a growing effort to promote the role of women in peacebuilding and leadership. Spearheaded by diverse organizations and community groups, this movement is tackling various obstacles that have previously limited women’s active involvement in maintaining peace. Libyan women have been essential in upholding social harmony and unity, frequently in informal capacities. Their contributions vary from persuading relatives, entering areas typically off-limits, to mediating conversations among distinct groups. One notable instance involved a woman deciding against avenging her