The pandemic lockdowns have led to a surge in domestic violence cases. An increasing lack of privacy has added to the gravity of this issue, with many feeling unable to safely seek help. A Polish teen has found a cleverly stealthy way of addressing this issue through a website-in-disguise.

With the UK experiencing an uptick in domestic abuse cases during lockdown, Boots has partnered with the charity Hestia to create safe spaces for victims to request help. It’s just one example of how brick-and-mortar shops are pivoting to offer radical care to consumers during a difficult time.

As countries around the world are in lockdown to stem the spread of COVID-19, victims of domestic violence are being put in a dangerous situation. In Brazil, Avon and Natura have joined forces to launch #IsolatedNotAlone, a campaign to support victims and at-risk women.

Rising calls for action against gender-based violence in Latin America have fostered a climate of feminism and activism. Jevas Combativas is a radio show and transmedia project that’s challenging patriarchal education and addressing sexism through candid conversations and expert interviews.