Coalition of Feminists for Social Change (COFEM)

The Coalition of Feminists for Social Change (COFEM) is an advocacy collective of thought leaders, activists, practitioners and academics working globally to end violence against women and girls (VAWG—also referred to as gender-based violence, or ‘GBV’). COFEM’s key strength lies in the collective expertise and experience of our members, who have made significant contributions to advancing women’s rights and ending VAWG in humanitarian and development settings across the world. COFEM’s primary objective is to create a safe and supportive space for connection, discussion, problem solving, mutual support and activism to advance feminist, women-centered strategies for promoting the rights of women and girls, and ending violence against women and girls (VAWG). Our community is open to and inclusive of everyone who prioritises and advocates for feminist, women-centred thinking and practice in work to address VAWG. We are also committed to working as allies and in solidarity with those working to challenge other forms of oppression and structural discrimination. If you would like to join the COFEM community or learn more about our activities and ways to get involved, please write to us at info@cofemsocialchange.org .