Domestic violence is more than just physical violence. Multiple forms of abuse are usually present at the same time in abusive situations, so it’s essential to understand how these behaviors interact so you know what to look for. There are five types of abuse. Learn more ⬇️

Today was a truly energizing, inspiring day at #goalkeepers! ICP President, Dr. Kealoha Fox, moderated the panel: Allies in Action featuring Satta F Sheriff Mikaela Loach - It’s Not That Radical 📖🇵🇸 & Dr. Sukhmeet Sachal MD MPH on the power of community and collaboration in activism and advocacy.

If you are in Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 you are welcome to join the Mano River Youth Network and other civil society organizations in commemoration of the International Day of the Girl Child with Support from the Defence for Children Sierra Leone. I see you there..🤩

Girls with disabilities are twice as likely to experience gender-based violence. On #DayoftheGirl, repeat after us: Every girl has a right to be free from ableism and gender-based violence.

Today is #InternationalGirlChildDay and we celebrate the enthusiasm of girls. We continue to increase attention on issues that affect the girl child such as education, security, development and access to basic facilities for girls. 📌 Our Time Is Now - Our Rights, Our Future.

Congrats to Satta F Sheriff on making Avance Media Africa's 2022 List of 100 Most Influential Young African as a Human Rights Activist, Founder of Action for Justice and Human Rights avancemedia.org/100miya #100MIYA #AvanceMedia UNDP Africa

Congrats to Satta F Sheriff on making Avance Media Africa's 2022 List of 100 Most Influential Young African as a Human Rights Activist, Founder of Action for Justice and Human Rights avancemedia.org/100miya #100MIYA #AvanceMedia UNDP Africa

Right Place Right Time. 💜

some thoughts on my pink obsession this #InternationalWomensDay 💖

With government ministers being arrested for stealing iron sheets, tansphobia, and homophobia, we could do with a break - a good story about Uganda. Thank you Ghetto Kids Uganda and Britain's Got Talent. You all are winners already but best wishes in the competition.

Today, the @AU_YouthEnvoy joined the Peace & Security Council session on Africa, alongside African youth delegates, on the margins of #UNGA79. Engaging in meaningful discussions on peace & security in Africa &its direct impact on youth is critical for the future. #Peace&security

🧵1/3 Yesterday, @au_youthenvoy, Ms @ChidoCleoMpemba, had the privilege of speaking at the AWLNetwork High-Level Side Event on the power of intergenerational collaboration for women's leadership in #Africa.

Delighted to meet and engage members of the AU Youth Envoy Chido Mpemba's Panel of the Future at the AU Office in New York on the margins of #UNGA79 today. I urged them to use their voices to demand for implementation of the #PactForTheFuture and not only for a change of the narrative but

United Nations Amina J Mohammed The event, moderated by Waihiga Mwaura from BBC News Africa , fostered a dynamic dialogue and showcased innovative youth-led solutions for the future.

Concluding her engagements, the @AU_YouthEnvoy paid a courtesy visit to UN ASG Felipe Paullier with Africa youth delegates at the @UNYouthOffice to discuss collaborative strategies for the full realization of the #PactForTheFuture.

It was refreshing hearing from young Africans at #UNGA79 - together with the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J Mohammed on how the continent can tackle its challenges in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals. Highlights below of the townhall session #FocusOnAfrica

Survivors deserve safety and support. #DVAM #SupportSurvivors

Domestic violence is not just physical; it can be emotional, psychological, and financial abuse. Domestic violence thrives in silence. Help break the silence this month. #EndDomesticViolence #31daysofawareness

No more pain behind closed doors. Silence protects and enables abuse. But speaking up protects the victim. So speak up, do something, report the abuse, and protect the victim. #EndDomesticViolence #31daysofawareness #DVFreeFuture