Global Rights for Women

Global Rights for Women is a non-profit organization based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a team of 13 employees. Founded with the mission of advancing women's human rights globally, the organization focuses on legal reform and creating safe, equitable environments for women worldwide. Their work centers around influencing law, policy, and practices related to women's human rights and violence against women and girls. They achieve this through speaking engagements, written materials, training programs, and various outreach initiatives. Global Rights for Women actively collaborates with a network of partners including NGOs, academic institutions, government agencies, and intergovernmental organizations. The organization also provides targeted support to partners around the world, offering information, research, and consultation on women's rights issues, particularly in areas where legal reforms are emerging. A key focus is developing sustainable training programs for legal professionals such as judges, prosecutors, police officers, and lawyers, equipping them to handle cases of violence against women effectively while prioritizing victim safety and offender accountability. Global Rights for Women monitors the implementation of laws and policies concerning violence against women to ensure their effectiveness. For more information, visit their website at globalrightsforwomen.org.