Jacqueline Pitanguy

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Brazil passes a new law specifically outlawing female homicide — femicide

Justice

Brazilian president Dilma Rousseff recently signed into law a bill that provides strict penalties against female homicide or femicide.

Women hold up signs during an International Women's Day rally in Lahore, March 8, 2015. Reuters/Mohsin Raza

What should the world do next for equal rights for women?

Global Politics

Kidnap and Rape of American Student in Brazil Harkens Back to Delhi Case

Conflict & Justice
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