This Pakistan shelter is helping women escape violence and rebuild their lives
As part of the Pakistan Forum for Democratic Policing, Panah shelter in Karachi is offering hope to women facing domestic abuse.
Engaging the police in Pakistan on gender-based violence
We're supporting local partners to improve the police response to gender-based violence in Pakistan, in the face of patriarchal attitudes that discourage women from seeking justice.
Life in prison inspired me to give back as a volunteer
JK found a fresh sense of purpose and perspective as a VSO volunteer peer educator in prison, and a new lease of life upon his release.
The food revolution that could transform life behind bars
Poor nutrition makes prisoners more vulnerable to infection - but grow-your-own initiatives could be a simple, innovative way to improve health behind and beyond bars.
Using scorecards to improve accountability for health in Zimbabwean prisons
We've been working with the Zimbabwe Prison and Correction Services (ZPCS) to empower inmates to identify areas of improvement in prison health services - and hold authorities to account where they fall short.
Tackling child marriage through theatre: Irene’s story
Volunteer Irene Bitumbe is on a mission to protect the rights of girls in Tanzania. Aged just 25, she has worked tirelessly tackling sexual reproductive health and rights for young people through interactive theatre. Irene explains why she wants to help enable young girls have the future they deserve.
Developing a centre of best practice at Arba Minch General Hospital
Thanks to funding, support and expertise from VSO, the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Arba Minch General Hospital has rapidly become a regional centre for best practice for the care of premature or sick babies and their mothers.
Bringing ultrasound to midwives and mothers in Sierra Leone
Midwives in northern Sierra Leone now have access to portable ultrasound technology, thanks to the Doctors for Development project.
Breaking down bottlenecks to growth in Tanzania
With one of the world’s youngest populations, Tanzania’s economic growth is being driven by young entrepreneurs.
Weathering the storms
James Russel, education volunteer on Sisters for Sisters, explores how resilience is at the heart of the project.