Campaining to Stop Violence Against Women

Violence against women is a global outrage. All over the world, women continue to be raped, injured and killed with impunity.

Concerted efforts led by women have achieved dramatic changes in laws, policies and practices in recent years.

There is a pressing need to build campaigns to hold states accountable for their failure to respect, protect and ensure the right of women to live free from violence.

This booklet is designed for human rights activists, women's organizations, other human rights organizations and Amnesty International members.

It offers activists practical advice on how to develop campaigns to stop violence against women and girls.

The booklet also includes a step-by-step guide to organizing a campaign, and how to lobby for change at the national level in accordance with the state's international legal obligations.