Presentation of the Report in Various Forums (2024–2025)
Professor Bitton was invited to present the report in various forums in Israel and worldwide, addressing diverse audiences. In these presentations, she shared the methodologies that led to the formulation of the report, highlighted its findings, and emphasized its key recommendations. For example, the report was presented in the Knesset (Israeli Parliament), the government, the […]
'Israeli Society Heroes Award' to Prof. Yifat Bitton: Recognition for Uncovering the Truth and Combating Sexual Violence
Prof. Yifat Bitton, the lead author of the report "Challenges in Identifying and Documenting Sexual Crimes Committed During a Terrorist Attack," has been selected to receive the 'Israeli Society Heroes Award' from the Zionist Council in Israel of the World Zionist Organization. This award represents significant public recognition of Prof. Bitton's groundbreaking professional work. Since […]
Association of Assistance Centers Conference: Trauma, Recovery, Justice — On Sexual Crimes During the October 7 Attack
In an important and impactful conference initiated by the Israeli Association of Rape Crisis Centers, titled "Trauma, Recovery, Justice?", various aspects of the sexual crimes committed during the October 7 terrorist attack and their personal, social, and legal implications were discussed. Among the key speakers was Prof. Yifat Bitton, who presented our groundbreaking report on […]
Project "R.a.i.a" Team Meeting with the SEA Team at the UN: Discussion on Indicators of Sexual Violence in Conflict Situations
The "R.a.i.a" delegation to the UN held an enriching and significant meeting with the UN SEA team, focusing on identifying and preventing sexual exploitation and abuse in conflict and crisis areas. The meeting took place in a professional and open atmosphere, serving as an important convergence point between field insights and international operational methodologies. The […]
Panels in England on Antisemitism and Hamas' Sexual Crimes
The ability to reshape the rules can often stem from a single conversation with women who know that their struggles are interconnected. On International Women's Day 2025, the report was presented alongside courageous women, each leading change in the fight for freedom, justice, and equality. – **Manel Msalmi** – An activist of Tunisian descent, fighting […]
Meeting with the Southern District Attorney's Office: Strengthening Legal Cooperation on Identifying and Documenting Sexual Crimes
In an important meeting with the Southern District Attorney Adv. Erez Padan and the prosecution team, we presented the report in detail. A key player in leading the legal battle against these heinous crimes, the prosecution is a natural partner in shaping the infrastructure for response, investigation, and documentation both locally and internationally. During the […]
Meeting at INSS with Major General (Res.) Tamir Hayman and Dr. Idit Shafran-Gittleman to Promote Systemic Measures in Addressing Sexual Crimes
In an important meeting with Major General (Res.) Tamir Hayman, Director of the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), and Dr. Idit Shafran-Gittleman, we presented the report. During the meeting, the main findings and models examined were presented, emphasizing the severe lack of preparedness of various response systems, especially regarding aspects of severe sexual crimes. […]
Meeting with Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Mr. Danny Danon — The Report's Role in the Global Fight Against Sexual Crimes During Terrorist Attacks
As part of our team's official visit to the UN, we held a meeting with Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Mr. Danny Danon, during which we presented the findings of the report on the sexual crimes committed by Hamas during the terrorist attack. The report, which for the first time establishes a factual and legal […]
Briefing for Ambassadors and Police and Military Attachés at the UN — Evidentiary Preparedness and Lessons from October 7
Two exceptional meetings were held at the UN with the **R.A.I.A Project** team. The first meeting was attended by dozens of staff members from various embassies, especially those responsible for gender equality issues. The second meeting was a professional briefing for police and military attachés from many countries, who came for an in-depth briefing on […]
Meeting with the UN Special Envoy, Adv. Pramila Patten — Global Feminist Partnership
The meeting with Ms. Pramila Patten, Under-Secretary-General and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, was not only a diplomatic milestone for us but also a moment of deep connection between vision and action. Patten, one of the most influential and active women in the international arena in this field, visited […]