Debora Upegui-Hernandez

In a compelling conversation, Judy Gitau, a Kenyan lawyer committed to women's rights, and Debora Upegui-Hernandez, a Colombian analyst, tackle the urgent issue of femicide as a global crisis. They discuss alarming statistics, revealing that over 89,000 women lost their lives to femicide in 2022 alone. The guests explore the inadequacies of legal frameworks and the impact of disasters like hurricanes on increasing gender-based violence. They emphasize the need for cultural change, grassroots movements, and effective policy reforms to pave the way for lasting solutions.