Shadow Pandemic: Gender Based Violence and COVID-19

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Shadow Pandemic: Gender Based Violence and COVID-19

May 20, 202014:06

In this edition of Wilson Center NOW we are joined by Anya Prusa, Senior Associate for the Brazil Institute. She discusses increased rates of gender based violence around the world as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Prusa also highlights national initiatives to stem this ongoing crisis that affects up to one in four women around the world.

Guest

Anya Prusa

Former Slater Family Fellow (2020-21) & Senior Associate, Brazil Institute;
Senior Director, Albright Stonebridge Group

Moderator

John Milewski

Director of Digital Programming; Moderator, Wilson Center NOW

Hosted By

Brazil Institute

The Brazil Institute—the only country-specific policy institution focused on Brazil in Washington—aims to deepen understanding of Brazil’s complex landscape and strengthen relations between Brazilian and U.S. institutions across all sectors. Our mission is to provide thoughtful leadership and innovative ideas to help democracies evolve and enhance their capacity to deliver results. We achieve this by producing independent research and programs that bridge the gap between scholarship and policy, while serving as a hub for policymakers, scholars, and private sector leaders. Read more