As we marked the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict on June 19, we celebrated the Laureates whose work has been focusing on supporting survivors. They have engaged in making a difference for those affected by wartime sexual violence, with the aim of achieving systematic change.
Conflict-related sexual violence has long-lasting consequences on the lives of the survivors, while also destabilising communities and societies. In many cases, such violations are still never reported, investigated or prosecuted. This is why we must stand by victims, survivors and human rights defenders around the world who have dedicated their lives to rooting out these crimes.
Four outstanding Laureates have been particularly at the forefront of the fight against sexual violence in conflict:
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