Women's Rights NGO representing MENA & Afghan women & girls in UK facing ‘honour’ based violence, forced marriage, FGM & domestic abuse. GNB-UK Co-Chairs
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What will the statutory definition of HBA mean in practice?
Join us on 10 November to unpack it together. Celebrate the win with us and then help shape the next one.
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We are excited to release the bios of our first five incredible speakers for our Celebrate and Campaign Conference in November.
Early bird tickets end soon: eventbrite.com/e/19923678789…
Honour-based abuse is about power and control and recognising the signs can be vital.
In our latest podcast episode, we discuss honour-based abuse, its impact on women and girls, and where to seek support.
🎥 Watch the full episode: youtu.be/uYrmJfI1WRc?si=zXwE…
Tickets are still available for Art, Voice & Action: From Lived Experience to Systemic Change - happening tomorrow morning, 21st July! Don't miss out eventbrite.co.uk/e/199199441…
🎟️ Reminder: Art, Voice & Action: From Lived Experience to Systemic Change is on Tuesday 21st July 2026.
Early Bird tickets end this Wednesday 15th July at 6PM, book now to save your spot. Speaker line-up below 👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/art-voice…
Join us in person to explore how art and stories spark real change from personal to systemic levels. Grab your free Early Bird ticket today before prices go up: eventbrite.co.uk/e/art-voice…
Those responsible, including anyone celebrating or inciting this violence, must be held accountable. States must take stronger action to end impunity, protect girls and women, and challenge the harmful norms that enable these crimes.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #HonourBasedAbuse
A powerful tribute to Yanar Mohammed from her memorial in London.
Watch Nazira Mehmari from IKWRO honour her life, and unwavering fight for women’s rights. Yanar's voice and legacy continue.
youtu.be/9pYFhix35Xw?si=Xfqp…
We honour Maryyum Mehmood, winner of Special Recognition for Academic Leadership and Policy Impact.
Her work bridges research, policy, and survivor empowerment.
#TrueHonourAwards
We celebrate Iram Ramzan, winner of Special Recognition for Investigative Journalism.
Her reporting exposes hidden harms and challenges narratives that silence survivors.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
We honour Adama Berry, winner of Special Recognition for Work to End FGM.
Her community leadership, advocacy, and support for families make a profound impact.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
We celebrate Warda Mohamed, founder of Lasting Support and winner of Special Recognition as a Community Champion Ending HBA.
Her work centres culturally competent, survivor‑led safeguarding.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
We honour Apsana Begum MP, winner of Special Recognition for Professional Work to End HBA.
A powerful voice in Parliament, she has championed legal reform and survivor‑centred policy.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
We celebrate Naimah Hassan, CEO of AWRA and winner of Special Recognition for International Commitment to Ending HBA.
Her work spans 10 countries, driving systemic change for African women and girls.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
We honour Hera Hussain, Founder of CHAYN and winner of Special Recognition for Emerging Harms Prevention and Digital Advocacy.
Her survivor‑designed digital resources reach hundreds of thousands worldwide.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
We celebrate Gisela Valle, Director of LAWRS and winner of Special Recognition for Longstanding Commitment to Ending HBA.
Her leadership advances migrant women’s rights across the UK.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
Congratulations to Shamila Dhana, winner of Special Recognition as a Community Champion Ending HBA.
Her leadership has transformed safeguarding and support for migrant women across Portsmouth.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
Congratulations to Matt Mahmood‑Ogston, winner of Special Recognition for Transformative Advocacy and Storytelling.
His work with the Naz and Matt Foundation saves lives and challenges HBA, forced marriage, and LGBTQI+ exclusion.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
We celebrate Sumaia Isse, a digital storyteller and survivor‑advocate, she uses creativity, honesty, and humour to empower women and girls globally.
#TrueHonourAwards – at City of London, London
