Heroes of October 7th and beyond (CSW68 Side Event…

The October 7 attack was the biggest terror attack in the history of the Israeli society, during which women and girls were tortured, mutilated, raped and murdered – and more than 250 Israelis, including women and girls, were abducted by Hamas and other Palestinian terror groups to Gaza.

The attack bears far-reaching implications for women and girls, but is also an example of the key role women play in society in times of conflict. This side event will explore the implications of the terror attack on women and girls in all their diversity, the significance of women empowerment in times of crisis, and the role women have as agents of change in building back from trauma. Furthermore, the event will bring together the voices of women in all their diversity, who are united in their message of peace.