Shattering the Silence: Emma Fulu's Courageous Fight Against Gender-Based Violence

Emma Fulu is the founder and director of the Equality Institute, a global research and advisory organization working to prevent violence against women and girls. With a background in gender studies, international development, and extensive experience working on issues of gender-based violence around the world, Emma has dedicated her career to addressing the root causes of violence and promoting gender equality.

This conversation showcases Emma Fulu's dedication to creating a more just and equitable world, and the Equality Institute's innovative approach to addressing gender-based violence through research, policy, and creative communication.

"I created the organization I wanted to work for, and it's been not not without challenges, but it's been an absolute joy." - Emma Fulu

In this conversation we talk about 

1. Emma Fulu's background as a biracial, bicultural individual with Christian and Muslim influences, and how this shaped her sense of identity and belonging.

2. Emma's journey of finding her purpose, from working at the United Nations on violence prevention to experiencing burnout and starting the Equality Institute 

3. The Equality Institute's focus on primary prevention of violence against women   

4. The importance of addressing gender norms and attitudes from a young age

5. Emma's perspective on feminism, and how she found resonance in intersectional feminism  

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