Actions
Police accountability remains an elusive goal for community activists and organizations in Chicago. AI’s findings in its Stonewalled report in 2006 indicate that even in serious cases of police abuse, Chicago Police Department (CPD) officers are seldom held accountable. PDF format | RTF format
The International Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA) was introduced in April 2008 by House Foreign Affairs Chairman Howard Berman. I-VAWA, among other goals: (1) promotes access to education for women, (2) integrates anti-violence work across U.S. foreign assistance and diplomatic efforts, and (3) supports overseas women’s organizations working to prevent violence
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is the principle and in some areas, sole provider of health services for Native American and Alaska Native people. Despite its prevalence, IHS continues to lack consistent protocols and resources for treating sexual assault survivors. Join the AIUSA Stop Violence Against Women campaign and help break down the barriers for Indigenous women overcoming crisis.
The International Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA) integrates women's rights into diplomatic and foreign aid efforts. The bill increases economic and educational opportunities for women and girls, while combating negative social norms. Please ask your Senator to co-sponsor I-VAWA.
Amnesty International recently published a report expressing concern regarding the Burundian authorities' failure to adequately address the problem of sexual violence against women. Take action now and urge Burundian authorities to prevent and investigate rape, and provide justice to the victims. PDF format | RTF format
Montenegro is a source, transit, and destination country for women and girls trafficked internally and internationally for the purpose of sexual exploitation. Urge Montenegro to oppose human trafficking by supporting shelters for women and girls, providing financial resources for non-governmental organizations, and prohibiting the forcible return and detention of trafficked persons. PDF format | RTF format
