Obviously a petition is not going to end sexual violence, but this is going out to Congressmen as they are dictating foreign policy on this issue. It takes 3 and a half seconds to fill out and if it results in a policy change, this would be a crucial step forward in terms of a shift in priorities. Again, a petition is not enough….no matter what issue we’re talking about. It will take everybody, each recognizing the importance of the other’s work. It will certainly take a lot more than relying on governments.

You Can Take Action Now!

The International Rescue Committee and the Women’s Commission for Refugee
Women and Children need your help in our long-standing fight against
violence against women and girls.

There is a new Congress in Washington. It is time to remind our elected
representatives that violence against women and girls must end now - and
that we need them to do something about it urgently.

At this time, I’ll remind you that I’m not a democrat

We need you to sign a petition that the IRC and Women’s Commission
will present to Congress this spring demanding that the fight against sexual
violence become a top legislative and funding priority.

Take action now to make your voice heard - and join our fight to end
violence against women and girls.

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