Blogs

Blog posts and success stories from across USAID.

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Creating Spaces for Hope: How USAID works with local communities to address gender-based violence in Honduras

USAID is committed to empowering communities and supporting survivors of gender-based violence. Casa Refugio Lucecitas in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, is one such initiative that's making a difference. Through partnerships with local organizations and initiatives like this, we're providing essential support and resources to those in need.

    Tags:
  • Gender-Based Violence
  • Gender-based Violence
  • Humanitarian Response, Crises and Conflict
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3 Ways USAID Is Combating Human Trafficking in Liberia

The Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPA) mandates that all USAID strategies in certain countries incorporate approaches to protect children and reduce the risk of trafficking.

    Tags:
  • Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance
  • Gender-Based Violence
  • Humanitarian Response, Crises and Conflict
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Protecting and Empowering Women and Girls for Safer Access to Water

The Kenya Water and Sanitation Civil Society Network and the African Civil Society Network on Water and Sanitation launched the Sex for Water—Promoting Safe Space for Girls and Young Women in Kibera project.

    Tags:
  • Gender-Based Violence
  • Water Security, Sanitation, and Hygiene
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Supporting Safe Sanitation and Preventing Gender-Based Violence in South Sudan

The USAID Integrated WASH Response and Prevention of Gender-Based Violence is working directly with communities in South Sudan to improve access to safe water and sanitation.

    Tags:
  • Gender-Based Violence
  • Water Security, Sanitation, and Hygiene
  • Engaging Men and Boys
  • Women’s Leadership
  • Project Design and Implementation
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The Rise of Gender-Based Violence in a Global Pandemic

In February 2021, the UNICEF and United Nations Population Fund predicted that there may be an additional two million cases of female genital mutilation/cutting over the next decade as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Tags:
  • Gender-Based Violence
  • Global Health
  • Child, Early, and Forced Marriage or Union
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Protecting the Earth Starts with Safety and Equality

USAID has countless partnerships and extensive programs to economically and intellectually empower women to leverage their know-how and expertise to increase climate resilience.

    Tags:
  • Gender-Based Violence
  • Biodiversity, Conservation, and Natural Resources Management
  • Water Security, Sanitation, and Hygiene
  • Resilience and Food Security