Joanne O’Neill

This Human Rights Day (Sunday 10th December) marks 75 years since the UN Declaration of Human Rights was adopted. When it was created in 1948, the Declaration enshrined the fundamental rights and freedoms of all human beings. With the world facing a climate emergency, the cost-of-living crisis and multiple conflicts, it is clear that the Declaration is more relevant than ever, yet the promise of dignity and equality in rights for everyone remains unfulfilled.  

16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence is an annual international campaign, which activists observe to amplify their calls for change.

ActionAid UK met decision makers at a Parliamentary event this November to show decision-makers how women and girls are leading the way to end violence in their communities. 

This weekend, leaders of the G7 met in Cornwall, but what did they really achieve for women's rights?

This year's G7 is an important opportunity for leaders to increase finance for women's rights organisations, and give women and girls a seat at the decision-making table.