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Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE): We are a feminist network of European NGOs promoting human rights of women, their children, and girls. Together we can end violence against women and girls in Europe and the world!

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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Will the next EU budget fund women's rights? Join us on 14 Oct, 13:00–14:00, at the European Parliament with MEPs Lina Gálvez & Elena Kountoura, EPF, Dr Elisabeth Klatzer and WAVE members. #EUBudget #GenderEquality
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
What does #SafeAbortionDay mean beyond one day? Our Youth Ambassador Julia shares her perspective after co-organising an event in support of Ciocia Wienia: safe, affordable and accessible abortion care, all year round. Supported by the WAVE Youth Ambassadors Microgrant. #EuropeForAbortionRights
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
On #SafeAbortionDay, WAVE calls for comprehensive abortion care that is safe, legal and affordable for all women and girls. Rights on paper only make a difference when governments fund and provide abortion care. Read our statement: wave-network.org/internationa... #EuropeForAbortionRights
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Art as a means to talk about preventing violence against women and girls. WAVE Youth Ambassador Tea on With Art Violence Ends—a film screening, painting and poetry workshops, and a picnic that became an open-air exhibition. Read all about it: wave-network.org/how-does-art... #endVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Femicide is preventable where states act on women's reports of violence — and where prevention starts earlier, in schools and communities. Read more: wave-network.org/wave-country-report-2025   #WAVECountryReport2025 #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #EndFemicide #Femicide #WomensRightsAreHumanRights
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Femicide is foreseeable. Many of the women killed by men in Europe had already reported it. Preventing femicide means police, courts and governments acting alongside women's organisations — and stopping the violence before it starts. More here: wave-network.org/wave-country... #endVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
In today's #SOTEU, Ursula von der Leyen said online platforms will have to prove they are safe. But as she said herself, it is not only minors who are at risk. Safe-by-design must ask how a product could be used to harm women, and fix it before launch. With women in the room. #endVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Ursula von der Leyen in her 2026 State of the Union address: Women are here to stay. We agree. But a Europe serious about security must also treat women's specialist services as part of the infrastructure that upholds its democracy, fund them, and include them accordingly. #SOTEU #endVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
This year's WAVE team-building took us hiking in the Austrian mountains! 🏔️ Trusting each other up the path, just like the work we do every day with our members across Europe. Ending violence against women and girls. We'll get there. Once and for all. #EndVAWG #WomensRights #GenderEquality
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Every survivor deserves specialist support! WAVE has submitted its input to the new EU #VictimsRights Strategy, calling on @ec.europa.eu to ensure that every survivor reaches gender-specific, trauma-informed support. Read here: wave-network.org/the-next-eu-... #endVAWG #WomensSpecialistServices
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Latin American Women's Rights Service (LAWRS) @lawrsuk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
You can find all the requirements and benefits in this post. Friendly reminder that all participation is compensated! 💜 You can apply until the 13/09! If you're interested in participating: - Information sheet: buff.ly/vKBZEiT - Registration form: buff.ly/PofRSHz (2/2)
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Latin American Women's Rights Service (LAWRS) @lawrsuk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Are you ready to use your voice and experience to make a change? Come join our Migrant Women's Voices Group! 🥳 You'll be joining fellow migrant women in this experience as safe space to co-create, design and deliver campaign work together for real policy changes. (1/2)
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
We are thrilled to welcome Strong Me to the WAVE Network! A grassroots feminist movement from Greece fighting to end gender-based violence. 💬 "Stronger together! Joining forces to create real impact and fight for policies that actually prevent and end violence," says our newest WAVE member.
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We are delighted to introduce Kristina Kulić as an official individual WAVE member! With her long-standing involvement in our network, she brings expertise on the critical work to end violence against women and girls in Croatia and beyond. 📷 Milena Petrović #WAVENetwork #endVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Welcome to our newest WAVE member, Tech against Violence. They are developing digital tools to tackle gender-based violence. On joining our network, they say: "Through WAVE, we hope for closer cooperation across borders to better protect women and girls." Photo credit: Lisanne Spork Photography
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
🎉 Welcome our second WAVE intern, Carloruggero! He joins us with hands-on experience working in various feminist, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse contexts across Europe. Do you also see WAVE in your future? Apply for the Jan–June 2027 internship period now 👉 wave-network.org/about/intern...
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Welcome, Ilaria! 🎉 She joins us as an intern, with experience on projects related to legislation and research on ending violence against women and girls. She's looking forward to amplifying the work of WAVE members across Europe. Want to follow suit? Apply today 👉 wave-network.org/about/intern...
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Latin American Women's Rights Service (LAWRS) @lawrsuk.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
➡️ You can read more about it in this post! Visit our website to learn about the importance of safe reporting mechanisms and their impact on migrant women: buff.ly/rKTjx0p (3/3)
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Latin American Women's Rights Service (LAWRS) @lawrsuk.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
➡️ Did you know that 50+ organisations support this important initiative? We believe that immigration enforcement should NOT be prioritised over the safety of migrant women. (2/3)
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Latin American Women's Rights Service (LAWRS) @lawrsuk.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
➡️ Do you know about the Step Up Migrant Women Campaign and what it advocates for? We're looking to end data-sharing practices between police and statutory services and Immigration Authorities and advocating for safe reporting mechanisms. (1/3)
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Whatever the season, women experiencing violence need quality, specialised support. Behind HELPLINES are organisations across Europe working to strengthen specialised women’s helplines through quality standards, training and advocacy. wave-network.org/helplines/
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Violence against women and girls doesn't only happen offline. WAVE Country Report 2025: 37 of 46 countries reported an increase in technology-facilitated violence against women and girls. wave-network.org/wave-country...
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
📊 The new WAVE Data Explorer is live! Explore interactive data on women's specialist services across Europe, compare trends, browse country profiles, and access advocacy resources, all based on the WAVE Country Reports. 🔗 wave-network.org/resource-hub... #EndVAWG #WAVEDataExplorer
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
💜 Welcoming a new WAVE member! Laois Domestic Abuse Service (Ireland) provides specialist, trauma-informed support for women and children affected by domestic abuse through advocacy, crisis support, and prevention. Welcome to the WAVE Network! #EndVAWG #WAVENetwork
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
📢 WAVE has joined two Europe-wide calls to protect EU funding for women's rights and democracy. Women's specialist services and civil society need sustainable funding, not cuts. Safeguard CERV+. Ringfence Daphne. Increase AgoraEU. 🔗 wave-network.org/wave-joins-t...
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WAVE joins two Europe-wide calls to protect EU funding for women's rights and democracy in the next budget - WOMEN AGAINST VIOLENCE EUROPE
As negotiations on the EU's next long-term budget, the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034, enter a decisive phase, WAVE has added its voice to
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Women's centres provide specialist, long-term support that helps survivors rebuild safety, stability, and independence. Learn why they are essential in the WAVE Country Report 2025: wave-network.org/wave-country... #EndVAWG #WomensRights #GenderEquality
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
🌈 As Pride Month comes to a close, we reflect on the importance of challenging violence, discrimination, and exclusion. Pride Month reminds us that the pursuit of dignity, equality, and human rights does not end with June. #PrideMonth #EndVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Women's centres are present in 44 of 46 countries covered by the WAVE Country Report 2025, yet 61% of the centres recommended at European level remain missing. Read more: wave-network.org/wave-country... #WAVECountryReport2025 #VAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
📞 WAVE is part of #HELPLINES, a new EU-funded project working to strengthen specialised women's helplines across Europe through quality standards, mutual learning, capacity building & advocacy. Read more about the project here: wave-network.org/helplines/
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
WAVE and WWP-EN recently co-hosted a roundtable on child custody, child protection & domestic violence. Participants highlighted gaps between criminal and family courts, the misuse of "parental alienation", and the need for stronger protections for women & children.
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
This week, WAVE co-organised Protecting Women from Violence in the Digital Age with ERA in Vienna & online, bringing legal experts together to discuss cyberviolence, consent, victim protection, and legal responses to technology-facilitated violence against women.
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Across Europe, only 12 out of 46 countries (26%) meet minimum standards for women’s shelters. Capacity gaps, uneven access, and lack of space leave many survivors without support. Read the WAVE Country Report 2025: wave-network.org/wave-country... #WAVECountryReport2025 #SupportSurvivors
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
In May, members from across the WAVE network came together in Vienna for the Spring Advisory Board Meeting 2026. A valuable space for exchange, reflection, and connection at a time when collective thinking and solidarity matter more than ever. #WAVENetwork #WomensRights
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Access to safe accommodation is critical for survivors. The WAVE Country Report 2025 shows over 40% of needed shelter beds in Europe are still missing. 48,860 exist, but a total of 84,732 are actually needed. Read more: wave-network.org/wave-country... #EndVAWG #WomensRights
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
WAVE reviews the EU Gender Equality Strategy 2026–2030. Progress is clear, but gaps in implementation and enforcement remain. Real change depends on what follows next. Read our full statement and analysis: shorturl.at/TzERr #GenderEquality #EU #WomensRights #EndVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined our webinar today as part of our “Knowledge into Power” series. We were proud to launch #AgentsofChange, a study showing how women’s specialist services drive change at individual, community & policy level. Read: wave-network.org/agents-of-ch...
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
So great to see so many #WAVE members join our webinar on tech-facilitated #VAWG. With CDT, we explored how EU frameworks can support survivors in practice. Thanks to all who joined. Looking forward to continuing to learn and share together. @cdt.org
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Sexual Assault Awareness Month is ending, but the gap remains. 85% of specialist services for survivors of sexualised violence are missing in Europe. Support often isn’t there when needed. Read more: wave-network.org/wave-country... #WAVECountryReport2025 #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #SupportSurvivors
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
We’re proud to have contributed to the EP report on consent-based rape laws 💜 Violence is rising, and not just online. On ZDF, WAVE’s Executive Director Stephanie Futter-Orel highlights: the question should be, how did the accused ensure consent? Watch the full segment here: shorturl.at/MilIN
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
A few months on, we’re still carrying the conversations from the WAVE Regional Meeting Eurasia 2026 🤍 A space for honesty, connection, and solidarity, and a reminder that even in difficult contexts, this work continues. 🔗 wave-network.org/wave-regiona... #WomensRights #EndVAWG #FeministSolidarity
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
New research, real impact. Join WAVE on 5 May for the launch of key publications on women’s specialist services across Europe, including the Country Report 2025 and a new study on feminist services. 🗓 11:00–12:30 CEST 🔗 forms.cloud.microsoft/e/E7nPF4Q2Bn #WomensRights #EndVAWG #Advocacy
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
WAVE participated in a Nicosia conference on the EU budget (2028–2034), raising concerns over removing gender equality funding. “Women’s shelters are crucial and need more long-term funding.” – Katrin Schneeweis Read more: wave-network.org/advancing-ge...
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
One month on from “Where Is the Line?” with Rifka Fehr & VivaVulva, we’re still reflecting on how digital interactions shape boundaries, pressure, and silence. Read more: wave-network.org/where-is-the... #TFVAWG #DigitalSafety #EndVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
We’re welcoming SEX vs THE STORK Association (Romania) to the WAVE Network 💜 They work on prevention, education, and support for women, children, and young people affected by gender-based violence, including emerging forms like cyberviolence. #WAVENetwork #EndVAWG
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
EU Victims’ Rights Platform: progress is coming, but gaps remain. Survivor-centred justice must go further, especially for migrants and children. WAVE will keep pushing for real implementation across Europe. 🔗 wave-network.org/wave-at-the-... #VictimsRights #EU
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
#WAVECountryReport2025 highlights key findings on women’s specialist services across Europe. 85% of countries have a national helpline, and 80% meet minimum standards. In 2024, almost 1 million calls were made. Specialist services are essential. wave-network.org/wave-country... #EndVAW
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
New #NoMoreVAW podcast 🎧 Young feminist activists speak out on online violence, racism, and the fetishisation of Latina women. Listen to powerful youth-led research and voices driving change: wave-network.org/new-podcast-... #EndVAW #TFVAWG #IWD
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New Podcast Episode - Beyond the screen: Sexualisation and online abuse against young Latina women - WOMEN AGAINST VIOLENCE EUROPE
In this episode, we focus on technology-facilitated violence against women and girls (TFVAWG) through an intersectional lens.
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
“CSW70 was a powerful opportunity to advance women’s rights & confront barriers survivors face in justice systems.” – Anca Ciupa Grateful to WAVE members, partners & stakeholders for their solidarity, and to President Susana Pavlou for her leadership. #CSW70 #EndVAWG #WomensRights #GenderEquality
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
A full house at #CSW70 for our panel with the Advocates for Human Rights on how legal systems can harm survivors instead of delivering justice. Grateful for the powerful discussion and shared strategies to strengthen survivor-centred justice. #EndVAWG #AccessToJustice
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wave-network.bsky.social @wave-network.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
“Send me your location.” “Why haven’t you answered?” “Send me a pic.” When do familiar messages cross a line? Join WAVE and Viva La Vulva on March 17 at 18:00 at CEU (Room B505) for an interactive workshop on digital boundaries and online pressure. Register: shorturl.at/cZ7Lk #IWD #TFVAWG
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