Sudanese women from Darfur at Gaga Refugee Camp near Abeché, Chad. Approximately 80% of the 2.5 million Darfuri civilians that are displaced and living in refugee camps are women and girls. © AI| Printable version (in PDF) |
Issue #4: Women and Girls
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This is Issue #4: Women and Girls – the final segment of the 4-part action series on Darfur. Use this guide to take action and raise awareness to protect women and girls in the Darfur region. Sudanese government forces, rebels and government-backed militias called Janjawid are committing human rights violations which specifically target women and girls-- including rape, torture and forced displacement. Call on the U.S. government to provide assistance and protect women and girls by supporting a UN peacekeeping operation to end the humanitarian crisis in Darfur.
Inside, you’ll find all the tools, materials and resources you need to mobilize ,take action, raise awareness, organize events, and call on world leaders to ensure the safety and security of people in the Darfur region.
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If you have questions or need advice, don’t hesitate to contact Autumn Hanscom at (202) 544-0200, ext. 282 or mrc@aiusa.org.
