2 September 2024
As a women’s health service and intersectional feminist organisation, WHIN is committed to advancing the health, safety and wellbeing of our communities.
We are deeply concerned and outraged about the wars and atrocities that are taking place in many parts of the world and we grieve the loss of lives. We are particularly concerned for the effects on women and children, who are disproportionately impacted by war, as experienced in all disasters.
We join with other women’s health organisations to actively condemn violations of international law and call for immediate and permanent ceasefire of the war in Gaza.
We express our deep concern for, and solidarity, with women and gender-diverse people directly impacted by armed conflict all over the world, who are living with the devastating impacts of war, armed conflict and displacement. We honour the courage and commitment of those working for peace in horrendous circumstances.
We extend our sympathy to all community members, partner organisations, WHIN staff and Board members and other stakeholders who have been and continue to be affected.
WHIN recognises our privilege to speak out against the oppression and discrimination experienced by others. We condemn all forms of hate speech, violence and discrimination, and call for access to fair information, freedom of expression and safe protest for all.
Please consider supporting the following organisations who support women in conflict affected areas:
– Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund
– Women for Women International
