Violence Against Women in Congo’s War
USIP and InterAction co-sponsored public event
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Date and Time
Wednesday, Nov 29, 2006
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location
U.S. Institute of Peace
2nd Floor Conference Room
1200 17th St, NW
Washington, DC 20036
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Sexual violence against women has emerged as a salient feature of the
war in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Such violence is not only
physical, but also inflicts psychological and social pain on the women,
their families, and the community. Treating and preventing it are
crucial components for peace, stability, and national reconciliation in
the Congo.
Dr. Denis Mukwege has helped to lead this effort in South
Kivu. He helped found and currently operates the General Referral
Hospital of Panzi, in Bukavu. In addition to providing medical care for
the population generally, the hospital specializes in the treatment of
survivors of sexual violence. As the only physician in South Kivu
province to provide this specialized medical treatment, Dr. Mukwege and
the hospital face many difficulties.
He will outline the challenges
faced by both the survivors and the hospital in addressing the effects
of sexual violence and the opportunities available to improve the
health of the women and the communities.
Speakers
- Dr. Mukwege
Director, Panzi General Hospital in
Bukavu, DRC
Discussant:
- Nora O'Connell
Vice President of International Development and
Legislative Affairs, Women's Edge Coalition
Moderators:
- Dorina Bekoe
U.S. Institute of Peace
- Linda Poteat
InterAction
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