Open Society Foundations: International Women's Program

Women, War and Peace

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:47:15 EST

Filmed in Afghanistan, Bosnia, Colombia, and Liberia, the five-hour series Women, War and Peace examines women's changing roles in conflict zones. Listen to a discussion with the series co-creators.

Addressing Violence Against Women in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:07:07 EST

Sixteen years after the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina, survivors of rape and torture continue to suffer lasting trauma. One local organization, an Open Society grantee, is working to ensure that these women receive reparations and to prevent future violence.

The Fight to Criminalize Violence Against Women in Lebanon

Fri, 06 May 2011 14:27:09 EST

After years of advocacy work by Kafa ("Enough") and other women's rights groups, Lebanon now has a ground-breaking domestic violence bill before the Parliament.

Travel and Event Grants

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:02:01 EST

Through its Travel and Event Grants Program, the International Women's Program aims to amplify the voices of women's rights advocates in key international policy venues.

Women's Empowerment and Capacity Building

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:03:16 EST

The International Women's Program supports organizations that increase women's participation as decision makers and leaders.

Strengthening Women's Access to Justice

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:59:34 EST

The International Women's Program supports organizations that strengthen women's access to justice.

Reducing Discrimination and Violence Against Women

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:56:40 EST

The International Women's Program supports organizations that reduce discrimination and violence against women.

About the International Women's Program

Wed, 09 Jul 2003 15:26:38 EST

The International Women's Program promotes the advancement of women's human rights, gender equality, and empowerment as an integral part of the process of democratization.