Salma Hayek launches campaign to protect women against gender-based violence


According to UN Women and WHO reports, there is an increase in domestic violence cases across the world during the Covid-19 pandemic. Photo: Filepic

Gucci’s Chime for Change co-Founder and Kering Foundation board director Mexican-American actress Salma Hayek Pinault has launched a #StandWithWomen campaign to support and protect women during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The campaign expands funding for non-profit organisations that support women and girls globally and addresses the issue of gender-based violence, especially during the pandemic.

Hayek announced the campaign recently with a video message calling for the global community to unite with women around the world and take a symbolic “stand” against gender-based violence, especially during this time when access to health services and other resources is limited.

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