Gender-Based Violence
Publications
![AST Report cover.png [ai] A purple and white graphic with the text 'Looking Back, Looking Forward: Examining 20 Years of Minnesota’s Response to Sex Trafficking.' The background is a black-and-white image of a rural landscape.](/Res/250/AST Report cover.png)
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Report
Looking Back, Looking Forward: Examining 20 Years of Minnesota’s Response to Sex Trafficking
![Screen Shot 2021-12-02 at 4.58.02 PM.png [ai] An abstract image featuring fragmented facial profiles in shades of blue, with text overlay stating 'Turkey's Withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention: A Step Backward for Women's Human Rights.'](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-12-02 at 4.58.02 PM.png)
Monday, April 19, 2021
Report
![matter-of-a-b-.jpg [ai] A document titled "Gender-Based Asylum Claims in the Wake of Matter of A-B-" discussing advocacy for domestic violence survivors seeking asylum, including pertinent legal context and implications for practitioners.](/Res/250/matter-of-a-b- 2.jpg)
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Manual
![Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 3.51.37 PM.png [ai] A colorful abstract illustration of a face in profile with various shapes and patterns, alongside the text "Implementation of Croatia's Domestic Violence Legislation: Follow-up Report, 2016."](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-29 at 3.51.37 PM.png)
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Report
Implementation of Croatia's Domestic Violence Legislation: Follow-Up Report
![Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.07.49 AM.png [ai] A close-up image of a hand pressed against a textured surface, with the overlay text reading 'Assessment of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Laws, Policies, & Practices in Central & Eastern Europe & the Former Soviet Union 2016'.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.07.49 AM.png)
Monday, February 1, 2016
Report
![Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.09.25 AM.png [ai] A graphic design featuring several chairs in various colors and orientations, with the text 'Recommendations for Effective Batterer Intervention Programs in Central & Eastern Europe & the Former Soviet Union' displayed prominently.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.09.25 AM.png)
Friday, January 1, 2016
Report
![Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.42.24 AM.png [ai] Cover page of a human rights report titled 'Implementation of the Republic of Moldova’s Domestic Violence Legislation'. It features a collage of four images: urban scenes, a building, and a landscape.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.42.24 AM.png)
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Report
Implementation of the Republic of Moldova's Domestic Violence Legislation: A Human Rights Report
![Screen Shot 2022-05-18 at 11.50.45 AM.png [ai] A presentation slide titled "Documenting the Implementation of Domestic Violence Laws: A Human Rights Monitoring Methodology" featuring images of people in discussion and protest signs, dated May 2011.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-05-18 at 11.50.45 AM.png)
Monday, May 2, 2011
Manual
Documenting the Implementation of Domestic Violence Laws: A Human Rights Monitoring Methodology
![Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 9.30.34 PM.png [ai] A presentation slide with a purple background displaying the title 'Implementation of the Bulgarian Law on Protection against Domestic Violence.' The slide includes a collage of images at the bottom, featuring a building, icons, and a group of people.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-06 at 9.30.34 PM.png)
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Report
Implementation of the Bulgarian Law on Protection against Domestic Violence: A Human Rights Report
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Friday, December 10, 2004
Report
![stock.jpg [ai] An arrangement of translucent circular shapes in various colors, including blue, yellow, green, and violet, overlapping in places, on a white background.](/Res/250/stock 69.jpg)
Wednesday, February 1, 1995
Report
Lifting the Last Curtain: A Report on Domestic Violence in Romania
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Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Action, In Brief
Take Action: Oppose HR 875 and protect noncitizen victims of crime

Saturday, March 8, 2025
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Looking Back, Looking Forward: Examining 20 Years of Minnesota’s Response to Sex Trafficking

Saturday, December 7, 2024
Collaborating with the WAVE Network: The Impact in North Macedonia & Cyprus

Thursday, December 5, 2024
Profile
New Paths for Women's Rights: Susana Pavlou, Director of the MIGS

Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Profile
New Paths for Women’s Rights: Interview with Stephanie Futter-Orel (WAVE Network)
![[ai] The European Union flag waving on a pole against a backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, featuring a blue field with a circle of twelve yellow stars. [ai] The European Union flag waving on a pole against a backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, featuring a blue field with a circle of twelve yellow stars.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events 2.png)
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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EU Accession to the Istanbul Convention Is a Welcome Step and Victory over the Anti-Gender Movement
![[ai] A group of people gathered at night, holding a large Ukrainian flag while some wave blue and yellow smoke flares. There are lights in the background and a crowd visible. [ai] A group of people gathered at night, holding a large Ukrainian flag while some wave blue and yellow smoke flares. There are lights in the background and a crowd visible.](/Res/250/274749137_10159550829893815_4264819113258034941_n.jpg)
Friday, February 24, 2023
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One Year On, February 24 Marks the Anniversary of Russia’s War in Ukraine
![[ai] The Minnesota State Capitol building viewed from a park, featuring its dome and exterior architecture under a partly cloudy sky. The text 'NEWSWIRE February 2023' is overlaid at the bottom. [ai] The Minnesota State Capitol building viewed from a park, featuring its dome and exterior architecture under a partly cloudy sky. The text 'NEWSWIRE February 2023' is overlaid at the bottom.](/Res/250/Copy of Recurring events.png)
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Newswire February 2023: Huge Legislative Updates, Spring House Parties, Trainings & More!
![[ai] A collection of handwritten signs on textured paper, with phrases advocating for women's rights, such as "Women's Rights Are Human Rights," "Equal Pay," and "No Is No," among others. [ai] A collection of handwritten signs on textured paper, with phrases advocating for women's rights, such as "Women's Rights Are Human Rights," "Equal Pay," and "No Is No," among others.](/Res/250/WomensRights_Header 2.png)
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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Countering the Backlash: The Advocates Convenes Women’s Human Rights Defenders in Prague
Thursday, December 8, 2022
Post
The U.S. Under Review: Advocating on Behalf of Women and Girls of Color in Minnesota
![[ai] A blue background with white text stating concerns about human rights defenders in Ukraine and Russia. It emphasizes the need for free expression, safety from violence, and refuge for displaced persons. [ai] A blue background with white text stating concerns about human rights defenders in Ukraine and Russia. It emphasizes the need for free expression, safety from violence, and refuge for displaced persons.](/Res/250/Solidarity Ukraine 2.png)
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Calls for Cessation of Hostilities, Respect for Human Rights in Ukraine
![[ai] Two women featured in a promotional image for the 2021 Gold Watch Award recipients. Text reads: 'Rep. Kelly Moller & Rep. Marion O'Neill, Steering Committee, Criminal Sexual Conduct Statutory Reform Working Group'. [ai] Two women featured in a promotional image for the 2021 Gold Watch Award recipients. Text reads: 'Rep. Kelly Moller & Rep. Marion O'Neill, Steering Committee, Criminal Sexual Conduct Statutory Reform Working Group'.](/Res/250/2021 Gold WATCH Award Recipients (1).png)
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Press Release
MN Reps Kelly Moller, Marion O'Neill to Receive The Advocates' Gold WATCH Award Wednesday
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Confronting the Gap between the Law and Reality to Protect Women from Domestic Violence
![[ai] Logo for the Center for Gender & Refugee Studies (CGRS) at the top, with a blue section below stating "Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award" and the word "RECIPIENT", accompanied by an emblem with colorful silhouettes. [ai] Logo for the Center for Gender & Refugee Studies (CGRS) at the top, with a blue section below stating "Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award" and the word "RECIPIENT", accompanied by an emblem with colorful silhouettes.](/Res/250/cgrs-banner-1 2.jpg)
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
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The Center for Gender & Refugee Studies: A 2021 Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award Winner
![[ai] Promotional graphic for the 25th anniversary of Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE), highlighting their human rights work for women and children. Includes text about the Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award recipients. [ai] Promotional graphic for the 25th anniversary of Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE), highlighting their human rights work for women and children. Includes text about the Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award recipients.](/Res/250/wave-banner-1 2.jpg)
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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Honoring Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE): A 2021 Human Rights Award Recipient
![[ai] Logo featuring a globe with a female symbol; text reads "stop violence against women" in blue letters. [ai] Logo featuring a globe with a female symbol; text reads "stop violence against women" in blue letters.](/Res/250/stopvaw-graphic-for-blog 9.jpg)
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
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Representing Women Seeking Asylum in the US: Gender-Based Persecution
Friday, June 15, 2018
Post
Why Sessions’ Ruling On Asylum Is So Devastating for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence
![[ai] A group of officials from Ukraine seated at a conference table, with one man speaking into a microphone labeled 'Ukraine'. Other attendees are seated in the background, listening attentively. [ai] A group of officials from Ukraine seated at a conference table, with one man speaking into a microphone labeled 'Ukraine'. Other attendees are seated in the background, listening attentively.](/Res/250/ukraine-blog-photo-1.png)
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Post
Ukraine delays decision on UPR recommendations on domestic violence
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Post
Bringing stories of women and children fleeing violence to the international stage