On this International Women’s Day we are proud to release our latest documentary, “Mother Armenia,” featuring PWB photographer Maria Paula Martinez and Society Without Violence.

Society Without Violence Armenia envisions a society where the state is governed by people who respect and promote gender equality…Where all women and girls enjoy equal human rights, opportunities and fundamental freedoms. A society where there is no gender-based violence, discrimination and where women equally participate in all decision making processes.

Their mission is to educate and empower girls and women, promote gender equality, advocate for women’s representation and participation in all levels of decision making and peace-building processes. They also strive to contribute to the elimination of gender-based stereotypes, discrimination and violence by increasing the responsibility and accountability of duty bearers to protect and fulfill women’s rights.

Since its establishment in 2001 the organization has implemented projects that focus on empowering women, increasing public awareness and participation on various issues impacting women, promoting social activism, increasing female leadership skills and contributing to the formation of women human rights defenders’ institutional system.

Gender equity involves us all. Wishing all of us freedom, love, and respect today and every day.