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** White Ribbon Day 2020 - different but essential ([link removed][UNIQID])
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This White Ribbon Day, Wednesday 25 November, and the 16 days to end violence against women that follow, we are asking people to find new ways to say ‘no’ to violence against women, despite the restrictions imposed by COVID-19.
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** Recognise misogyny as a hate crime ([link removed][UNIQID])
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Misogyny is a “gateway drug” to wider division across society, tackling it must become an urgent priority for all. Misogyny needs to be recognised as a hate crime.
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** The UK’s immigration system needs to change to protect women. ([link removed][UNIQID])
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For survivors of domestic violence, the Domestic Abuse (DA) bill has long been scrutinised for failing to address many of the issues faced by migrant women. Those on a UK Spouse Visa often fear that leaving may breach their visa conditions and, due to NRPF, are often financially dependent on their abuser. Women’s Aid has even noted that women are enduring abuse for the five year period to meet the Indefinite Leave to Remain requirements.
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** Masculinities and Covid 19 ([link removed][UNIQID])
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There has been a higher Covid related death rate amongst men and significant impact on mental health but the pandemic is also deepening existing inequalities. There has been an increase in violence and abuse against women, by leaving many victims trapped at home with their abusers, COVID-19 has compounded the already hugely prevalent levels of gender-based violence in societies across the world.
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