
El Salvador Issues First-Ever Life Sentence for Femicide
A landmark ruling in El Salvador gives hope to women facing violence. For the first time in the nation's history, a court sentenced a killer to life in prison for femicide.
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A landmark ruling in El Salvador gives hope to women facing violence. For the first time in the nation's history, a court sentenced a killer to life in prison for femicide.
Tanzania's focused campaign against female genital mutilation is working, with rates dropping from 10% to 8% among women aged 15-49. The country is now expanding safe houses and support centers while implementing a five-year strategy to protect more girls.

In Cairo's Impact Academy, 25 girls are using boxing gloves to punch back against gender-based violence and build confidence. Founded by coach Sally Hassona in 2017, this free program combines self-defense training with mental health support, helping young women from disadvantaged backgrounds reclaim their power.