Angelina Jolie fights against rape as a weapon of war
Angelina Jolie and British Foreign Secretary William Hague appealed for a change in attitude on sexual violence in conflict in the opening of a four-day…
Actress Angelina Jolie arrives at the ‘End Sexual Violence in Conflict’ summit in London. Actress Angelina Jolie and British Foreign Secretary William Hague are hosting a four-day summit on sexual violence in war zones, attended by officials from over 100 countries. The summit, starting Tuesday, aims to identify ways to improve investigation of sexual violence and provide support for women and girls. (AP Photo/PA, Stefan Rousseau)
Angelina Jolie and British Foreign Secretary William Hague appealed for a change in attitude on sexual violence in conflict in the opening of a four-day London summit on Tuesday.
The Hollywood star and United Nations envoy spoke with passion and conviction as they hosted the summit, recalling meetings with rape victims who struggle with injustice and stigma long after their countries have emerged from conflict, reports AP.
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