OBR India sent us their amazing newsletter recapping their 2024 events.

UNTIL THE VIOLENCE STOPS! V-Day and One Billion Rising stand in solidarity with the women of Gambia and against the repeal of the ban on FGM (female genital mutilation). Dr. Isatou Touray, former VP of Gambia & OBR Gambia Coordinator, is on the front lines of this grassroots work to…

One Billion Rising events are taking place and will continue through 22 April, Earth Day with the 2024 theme: RISE for FREEDOM, Be the New World. Rising Freedom Festivals are 1-2 days in length, including theatre, music, poetry, songs, painting, murals, workshops, massage, storytelling, oral histories, testimonies, drumming, planting, talks,…

Rise In Solidarity With Sudanese Women: A Call For International Women’s Day Shared by One Billion Rising Eswatini Join us in amplifying the voices of Sudanese women. #1BillionRising Eswatini is a partner. Let’s raise awareness and discuss actionable steps for change. We shall examine the role of international actors in…

Our RAWA sisters in Afghanistan are Rising for Freedom amidst devastating conditions. We stand in awe of their voice, their bravery and their solidarity with activists rising across the globe. Here is their statement that they have asked us to share with you: The Revolutionary Association of the Women of…

PHILIPPINES Women of Faith: Ecumenical One Billion Rising February 8, 2024 Organized by the Ecumenical Women’s Forum (a member of the OBR Philippines Task Force Group) Source: FB (National Council of Churches in the Philippines) The National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) and other Christian groups hold “Ecumenical…

OBR PHILIPPINES: RISING FREEDOM FESTIVAL February 22, 2024 COMMUNITY. CELEBRATION. RESISTANCE. HEALING. CONNECTION. HONORING. ART. Under the moon and stars. A TRIBUTE to our indigenous women leaders An HONORING of our OBR elders A RISING for Mother Earth A CRY to Free Palestine A PRAYER for Men A REVERING of…

Source: One Billion Rising Kenya & HER Voice Kenyan women marching to stand up against the femicide. #EndFemicideKe #saynotoviolenceagainstwomen #Usikimye

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Source: FB: Jagori Grameen Joining hands for freedom at Chambi Ground! On January 9, 2024, Jagori Rural Charitable Trust hosted the ‘Rise for Freedom’ event, uniting 800 strong voices for a world free from oppression. Let’s spread the message of love, peace, and harmony. Standing up against violence! Joining the…