Violence against women
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The deadly cost of population control: India's targeted women
India's population control policy is under fire after at least 14 women died following botched sterilizations due to negligent medical... Read more
Who can help end women's sexual exploitation? Christian men
Men – particularly men within the Christian church – have a crucial role in changing cultural attitudes surrounding the sexual... Read more
British ambassador decries 'brutal' crime of sexual violence
Ahead of an international summit resisting sexual violence in the midst of conflict, Britain’s ambassador to the Holy See stated... Read more
Indian diocese welcomes convictions over rape of nun
In a decison praised by the local Church, a judge in India sentenced three persons Friday for the 2008 rape... Read more
Women's rights activist among 'Top 10' of Vatican magazine
Reggie Littlejohn, known for her work opposing forced abortion and gendercide in China, has been named as one of “Inside... Read more
One-child policy still a massive threat to women, expert warns
In wake of the 33rd anniversary of China's one-child policy, a women's rights activist has raised concern about those who... Read more
Gender language blocks bishops from supporting domestic violence bill
Leading U.S. bishops explained that despite a commitment to fight domestic violence, they could not endorse a prominent federal bill... Read more
Outcry over rape cases could mean change for India's women
Public admonishment of the brutal cases of gang rape in India could be the sign of changing views towards women... Read more
