What is the #ENDGBV Campaign?
Gender-based violence (GBV) continues to threaten the safety, dignity, and rights of women and girls across the world — both online and offline. In partnership with Imaara Survivor Support Foundation, the World Pulse Research and Evaluation Group has launched a global Call for Stories to amplify the lived experiences, resilience, and leadership of women and allies working to end GBV.
We invite you to share your stories, reflections, and initiatives that reveal the realities of violence, showcase paths to justice and healing, and highlight how you are transforming pain into power, innovation, and collective change.
Read the full Call for Stories for the campaign.
How can I participate?
The call for stories is open through 31 December 2025. To participate:
Share your story. You can write a story, upload a video or audio clip, or share artwork expressing your experience with GBV. Post your story on World Pulse and tag it with #EndGBV. All tagged stories will be considered for World Pulse Story Awards.
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Post your initiative. If you are leading a campaign, organization, or community project related to ending violence, post it as an Initiative on World Pulse. You can update your progress, share challenges and breakthroughs, and inspire others with your work. Initiatives tagged with End GBV will be eligible for Initiative Awards.
Invite others. Help us expand this movement by inviting survivors, advocates, researchers, and allies in your community to share their stories and join World Pulse.
What happens after I share my story or initiative?
When you post your story or initiative on WorldPulse.org, you consent to have your submission included in campaign outputs such as online features, advocacy materials, and cross-promotion on World Pulse and the Imaara Survivor Support Foundation channels.
If your submission is selected for amplification or publication, the World Pulse team will contact you directly. Please ensure the email linked to your World Pulse profile is up to date.
What is World Pulse’s Research and Evaluation Group?
The World Pulse Research and Evaluation Group (REG) is a community-led body that ensures that all research and story-gathering across World Pulse is ethical, inclusive, and grounded in the lived experiences of our global community. REG was formed after several years of consultation with members and the creation of World Pulse’s Ethical Guidelines for Research and Evaluation.
At its core, REG exists to center community voices — especially those of women on the frontlines of development, peacebuilding, and gender justice — and to challenge top-down approaches that have historically dominated these sectors. The group reviews research proposals, advises on community-engaged methodologies, as well as World Pulse’s data practices, and supports World Pulse in collecting stories and insights that are meaningful, safe, and representative.
REG also plays a key role in supporting and co-leading select community-informed campaigns. They have guided initiatives such as the #ShiftThePower and the Peace Is… campaigns. These efforts have resulted in outputs including the #ShiftThePower report and Amplify toolkit.
For this campaign, REG is partnering with the Imaara Survivor Support Foundation to lead this call for stories. Their involvement helps ensure that the process protects participants, uplifts survivor voices, and reflects ethical, community-driven practices from start to finish.
What is Imaara Survivor Support Foundation, and why is it partnering with World Pulse on this GBV Call for Stories?
The Imaara Survivor Support Foundation is an India-based nonprofit dedicated to preventing gender-based violence (GBV) and supporting survivors through awareness, advocacy, and healing-centered programs. Its flagship initiative, Project Tell-Tale, creates a safe, anonymous platform where survivors and bystanders can share their experiences through blogs, podcasts, and collective storytelling.
World Pulse’s Research and Evaluation Group and Imaara are partnering to ensure these powerful stories do not remain confined to local or private spaces. By bringing Project Tell-Tale stories onto World Pulse’s global platform, the collaboration connects grassroots storytelling with global amplification, allowing survivor and ally voices to reach wider audiences across borders. Together, World Pulse and Imaara aim to:
- Amplify survivor and bystander stories across both platforms
- Strengthen World Pulse’s call for stories with diverse perspectives from Imaara’s networks
- Empower storytellers with choice, agency, and global visibility
- Build a shared repository of lived experiences that can inform education, advocacy, and policy change worldwide
This partnership is grounded in a shared belief: storytelling transforms pain into power, breaks stigma, builds solidarity, and drives collective action against GBV.
What are the safety considerations?
Speaking about gender-based violence can be deeply personal and, in some contexts, risky. Posting online might expose you to trolling, surveillance, or retaliation.
Please keep your safety in mind when sharing details. If you prefer privacy, you can:
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Use an alias or adjust your profile settings to limit visibility.
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Avoid sharing identifying details about people, locations, or ongoing legal cases.
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Review our Safety & Security Toolkit] for guidance on protecting yourself online.
Your well being comes first. Only share what feels safe for you.
What are Story and Initiative Awards?
Featured Storytellers are recognized for their compelling personal stories of resilience, advocacy, or action. Honorees receive:
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A $100–$300 USD honorarium
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Editing and publication support
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Promotion on World Pulse and Imaara platforms
Featured Changemakers are recognized for their impactful initiatives — community projects, advocacy efforts, or social enterprises addressing GBV. Honorees also receive:
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A $100–$300 USD honorarium
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Promotion on World Pulse and Imaara channels
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Invitations to participate in future learning and visibility opportunities
How are Awardees selected?
Stories and initiatives will be reviewed by members of the World Pulse Research and Evaluation Group and the Imaara Survivor Support Foundation team. Selections are based on:
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The power and authenticity of the narrative
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Relevance to GBV-related themes (digital violence, justice, education, tech empowerment, etc.)
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Regional diversity and representation
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Community engagement (comments, encouragements, and loves)
Initiatives are additionally evaluated for:
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Clarity of goals and innovation
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Demonstrated or potential impact
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Consistency of updates and transparency
Can I use AI tools to assist with writing my submission?
We encourage authentic, personal storytelling. While AI can help you brainstorm or structure your ideas, the strength of World Pulse lies in real voices — stories told from lived experience. Don’t worry about perfection; selected stories will receive editorial support before publication, and grammar is not considered when making award selections.
Can I submit in any language?
Yes! You can submit your story or initiative in any language. Submissions in all languages are equally valued, though opportunities for cross-promotion may vary based on translation availability.
How do I become eligible for Awards?
To be considered for Story or Initiative Awards:
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Submit your story or initiative tagged with #EndGBV by 31 December 2025.
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Members selected will be notified via email or private message.
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Submit soon! Stories received during the 16 Days 2025 may be featured early!
When will stories and initiatives be awarded?
Awards will be given on a rolling basis throughout the campaign. New honorees will be featured regularly on World Pulse and Imaara Foundation.
