In Ténenkou Cercle, central Mali, Amina travels to the most inaccessible communities to support women and girls facing insecurity and gender-based violence.

No matter where women are, they face threats of violence. Here's what must be done to tackle gender inequality—the root cause of violence against women.

Meet five inspirational women who have overcome adversity to break down barriers and forge their own paths forward.

Hafiza, 21, was born while her family was on the run, fleeing violence in South Sudan. Today she works with the IRC in a refugee camp in Ethiopia, providing support to women survivors of violence and abuse, and campaigning for women’s rights. 

From our programming on the ground to our international advocacy work, here are six ways the IRC is supporting women and girls around the world.

After fleeing South Sudan to Uganda, Grace Awate is now a leader in her community, acting as the head of her village’s IRC-supported women and girls’ center where she helps empower women to become financially independent.

From former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright to rapper M.I.A., meet five refugee women who have made a mark on history.

Explore the remarkable impact of women worldwide with our quiz for International Women's Day! From pioneering leaders to grassroots activists, discover how women are breaking barriers and shaping a more equitable future. Test your knowledge and celebrate the diverse contributions of women everywhere.

We’re celebrating brave women who won’t wait for change to happen for their families and communities.