The Vavengers headline story in the Eastern Eye

‘Domestic abuse is a major factor in minority women’s poor health’ Violence like female genital mutilation/cutting can trigger early onset menopause, say activists. By Pramod Thomas

Activism isn't always about being the loudest in the room. Discover how you can best focus your time and energy to make a difference. By Ellie (she/her), of The Vavengers — a UK-based charity committed to ending female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and all other forms of violence against women and girls.

Do you sometimes feel stuck on what to say? Feeling like you can’t speak up for what is right because you might say the wrong thing?

We believe that change starts with our words, so equipping yourself with a conscious set of terms is a powerful tool. Making small, conscious choices, such as using survivor over victim, can significantly impact how our society views and treats women and girls.

Meet Valerie Lolomari, our community ambassador and the preacher of women’s rights.

Take a look at the new look and feel of The Vavengers and learn more about the process that got us there.

“I was a young woman who faced multiple forms of gender-based violence and social injustice from day one of my life. Then I was failed by the whole of society.”

It is with great excitement that we introduce our newest Vavenger; editor, writer, campaigner and prominent feminist voice, Rosie Boycott.

It all begins with an idea.