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Spotlight Initiative

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Spotlight Initiative

@GlobalSpotlight

The United Nations high-impact initiative to end violence against women and girls. #WithHer

New York, NY

spotlightInitiative.org

Joined April 2018

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UE en Ecuador 🇪🇺
@UEenEcuador
Jun 8
#IgualdadDeGénero 💜🇪🇺🇪🇨 | ¡Construimos cada día una sociedad más justa e inclusiva! ✨ La @UEenEcuador 🇪🇺 se enorgullece de su contribución a la actualización de la Agenda Nacional para la Igualdad de Género 2025-2029 en #Ecuador 🇪🇨. La igualdad de género es un valor esencial
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@GlobalSpotlight
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"Most barriers are invisible." At Women Breaking Barriers, H.E. @dohungviet - @VietNam_UN, reflected on the importance of creating safe, just and enabling environments where women and girls can thrive, lead and reach their full potential. #EVAWG #WithHer @RiseNowUS
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UN Sustainable Development Group 🇺🇳
@UN_SDG
Jun 3
Collective action is driving real change. @UN teams on the ground, through @GlobalSpotlight, have reached millions to prevent violence against women and girls. Read the #UNSDGReport2026: bit.ly/UNSDGReport2026
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@GlobalSpotlight
Jun 2
"What's so scary about smart girls?" H.E. @SJLambrinidis (@EUAmbUN) reflects on the experiences of @Malala and girls in conflict zones worldwide. Empowering women and girls is essential to building more just, resilient and peaceful societies. #EVAWG #WithHer @RiseNowUS @EUatUN
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FRED NIGERIA
@fred_nigeria
Jun 2
#Throwback Five years later, the @GlobalSpotlight team alongside @UNDPNigeria and @fred_nigeria revisited beneficiaries of the project and witnessed inspiring stories of resilience, growth, and transformation. From survivors to thriving entrepreneurs, the impact continues.
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UN Women Africa
@unwomenafrica
May 28
🚕 Conversations to prevent violence don’t only happen in conference rooms. 🇳🇬 In Lagos, drivers trained with @UN_Women under the @GlobalSpotlight are learning about peaceful conflict resolution, family ties & girls’ education. 👉bit.ly/4sQO0Bn #ForAllWomenAndGirls
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Smart Girls Uganda
@smartgirlsug
May 28
We successfully showcased our Ecojua SmartBags at the exhibition, highlighting our work in supporting girls in rural areas with reusable pads, menstrual health education, safe storage packs, and solar lighting to promote learning with dignity. Cc
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@GlobalSpotlight
Jun 2
🏥 In Liberia, a maternal child health unit supported by Spotlight Initiative is helping save lives by ensuring safer pregnancies and deliveries. A Maternal Child Health Supervisor, explains the life-saving importance of the unit. Read more: bit.ly/3PYwVIm #WithHer
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@GlobalSpotlight
May 29
“Violence eats at the fabric of society.” H.E. Chernor Bah (@Cee_Bah) shares how Sierra Leone is advancing laws, partnerships and action to end violence against women and girls — and why implementation matters. #WithHer #EVAWG
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Smart Girls Uganda
@smartgirlsug
May 28
She also highlighted that menstrual health is a shared responsibility requiring schools, teachers, parents, and boys to all play a role in protecting girls’ dignity and learning. She called for safe WASH facilities, school-based support systems, teacher involvement, and stronger
Smart Girls Uganda
@smartgirlsug
May 28
Permanent Secretary, @Educ_SportsUg, Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda called for stronger school systems, leadership, and shared responsibility to ensure every learner studies with dignity and safety. She emphasized that menstrual health must be integrated across schools, teachers,
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Smart Girls Uganda
@smartgirlsug
May 28
Permanent Secretary, @Educ_SportsUg, Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda called for stronger school systems, leadership, and shared responsibility to ensure every learner studies with dignity and safety. She emphasized that menstrual health must be integrated across schools, teachers,
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African Women and Youth Action for Development
@AWYAD_UG
May 28
Robin Nandy (@UNICEFUganda) said menstruation should never limit girls’ learning, health, or opportunities. He stressed that menstrual health is a public issue - linked to education, gender equality, and human rights and requires collective action. @GlobalSpotlight @Educ_SportsUg
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Smart Girls Uganda
@smartgirlsug
May 28
Anne Mbeiza, Gender and Equity Technical Advisor at the @IrlEmbUganda, highlighted that menstruation should never limit a girl’s access to education, participation, or opportunity. She noted that challenges such as limited access to affordable menstrual products, inadequate
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