There is a lot of discussion on the issue of ending gender-based violence in recent media and the topic is far from new and far too widespread for many to see quick solutions and changes. However much has been done to raise awareness on gender-based violence and related issues and how they impact girls, women, and their families. The battle for gender equality is still a hard one to fight and often the battle for programs and awareness are missed due to issues related to funding. The issue of how U.S. based institution’s are looking at this is now clearer thanks to a new report released by the Ms. Foundation for Women.
Timed to coincide with the 15th Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act, last year the Foundation undertook a multi-pronged study to measure the scope, focus and impact of funding for gender-based violence. The results of the study have now been released in a new report – “Efforts to Address Gender-Based Violence: A Look at Foundation Funding”. The report reviews the progress foundations have made in addressing gender-based violence, in order to map the current philanthropic landscape and shed light on the areas where growth is possible.
The report also features:
•Data derived from survey responses of over 100 grantmakers and practitioners in the field of gender-based violence
•Listings of the top foundations that give in this issue area
•Recommendations for current funders and those who are considering supporting this issue
As the old adage goes, “You can’t know where you’re going if you don’t know where you’ve been.” By offering a comprehensive review of the state of funding in the field, “Efforts to Address Gender-Based Violence” offers a critical jumping off point for the future of funding for gender-based violence programs.
