Hundreds of thousands of women have been raped, tortured and mutilated in the DRC. This article lists organizations that help survivors of sexual violence.

Aug 31, 2010 - Christine Welter

According to an article in the October 2010 issue of American Family Association Journal, and pornharms.com, porn "fuels sexual violence."

Oct 7, 2010 - Allison Brown

Girls and women in Haiti face increased risks of rape and assault since the 2010 Haitian earthquake. Women in tent cities are most at risk of being raped.

Feb 18, 2011 - Karen Stephenson

In the DRC, rape is used as a weapon of war, terrorizing the female population.

Oct 12, 2010 - Shayna Abramson

An abuse survivor's perspective on what it takes to move past the harmful emotional after-effects of sexual violence.

Oct 31, 2010 - Helen Akers

Ritual abuse survivors lack services that validate their plight and often experience systemic abuse. Agencies need specialized training for their counselors.

Jul 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Rape and sexual assault are emotional charged crimes that affect the people around the survivor as well.

Jan 29, 2010 - Elizabeth Stannard Gromisch

Many mines in the eastern DRC are controlled by rebels and the national army, which terrorize the local populations. The mined minerals are used in consumer electronics.

Sep 5, 2009 - Christine Welter

The 25th November is the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Nov 24, 2010 - John Griffin

Women's charities are non-profit organizations and rely on significant contributions to operate; some women celebrities use their status to promote women's charities.

Feb 11, 2010 - Sharon Falsetto

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) nurses are trained specifically in caring for victims of sexual assault, and their expertise can be vital in a crisis.

Oct 7, 2010 - Diane Middleton

Pandora's Project is a nonprofit organization for people who have been raped or sexually abused. They have been devoted to recovery and healing since 1999.

Nov 30, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

A guide for survivors of sexual abuse on their healing journey. Advice on counseling, rebuilding self-esteem, speaking out, and making positive changes.

Jan 10, 2011 - Rachel Barletta

One in six boys is sexually abused before age 16. Males are further damaged by society's reluctance to accept their victimization and they tend to internalize their pain.

Feb 27, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

Statistics prove that some mothers sexually assault their children. Anecdotal evidence suggests that women who sexually abuse is under-reported by professionals.

Dec 31, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Parenting children with a history of sexual abuse is a challenge that is difficult to undertake, but it is vital and can be wonderful.

Dec 19, 2010 - Sammi Feldman

It is painful to watch a friend who is part of an abusive relationship. Learn the warning signs and how to reach out. There are things that can be done to help.

Mar 28, 2010 - Jessica Guberman

Domestic violence leads to complications for mothers and their growing babies during pregnancy. Creating a safety plan is one of the first steps in getting help.

Sep 23, 2009 - Brenda Lane

This article discusses domestic violence and abuse, the signs that a partner may be abusive, the different forms of abuse, and how to get out of a violent relationship .

Mar 22, 2010 - Heather Jones

There are many charitable organizations that help women; discover four charities that assist women with war, cancer and domestic violence issues.

Feb 11, 2010 - Sharon Falsetto