This article describes the ways in which Janet Benshoof, GJC President and Founder, challenges abortion restrictions in the US.
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Feminist Newswire, "UN Passes Resolution to Address Rights for Those Affected by Rape as a War Tactic"
GJC President, Janet Benshoof, is quoted in regards to UNSC Resolution 2106 that urges states to provide reproductive health care services for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence.
UN Security Council Addresses Sexual and Reproductive Rights for Girls and Women Raped in War
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - June 24, 2013
[NEW YORK, NY] - Today, the United Nations Security Council unanimously passed Resolution 2106 addressing sexual violence in armed conflict during a debate led by the United Kingdom. Significantly, for the first time, a Security Council Resolution explicitly calls for UN entities and donor countries to provide “non-discriminatory and comprehensive health services, including sexual and reproductive health.” The Global Justice Center applauds the inclusion of this language, which represents a milestone for girls and women impregnated through war rape.
GJC Burma Researcher Phyu Phyu Sann Contributes to a Special Report on Burma
The Economist publishes its special report "A Burmese Spring" on Burma's endeavors to heal its ethnic divisions.
GJC President Interviewed in Free Speech Radio News on President Obama's Visit to Myanmar
On May 20th, GJC's President, Janet Benshoof, was interviewed for a news segment on Free Speech Radio News on President Obama meeting with Myanmar president.