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A feminist association dedicated to international solidarity, we work for a world free of inequalities, particularly gender inequalities, and for fairer, more supportive societies. We act to ensure that no person or community is discriminated against, deprived of their rights, isolated or in a situation of vulnerability.

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[ Videos ] Actors and actresses for the inclusion of refugees

[ Videos ] Actors and actresses for the inclusion of refugees

September 2025

Since 2022, BATIK International has been organizing immersion stays between refugees and welcoming people, particularly peasants. This series of videos presents the testimonies of the participants in this project. 

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Video series: “Girls and boys: under pressure?”

Video series: “Girls and boys: under pressure?”

May 2025
Made by young people from the social center of Les Bourrely in Marseille with BATIK International, as part of the project Parlons Masculinités! , these three episodes allow us to question the stereotypes and gender injunctions of everyday life..
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[ WEBDOCU ] « Invisible » : transforming the care economy

[ WEBDOCU ] « Invisible » : transforming the care economy

May 2025

The interactive web documentary "Invisible - Transforming the economy of care" highlights the invisible work of women, by denouncing the consequences on those who carry it out, and explores ways to transform it.

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March 2025

A documentary series in three portraits to recognize and make visible the work done by women in the world.

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[ Videos ] 8th march 25' : «Words of women: the right to a life free from violence»

[ Videos ] 8th march 25' : «Words of women: the right to a life free from violence»

March 2025

On the occasion of March 8, 2025, this communication campaign highlights testimonies from women who tell about the violence they experienced, the reasons that led them to seek support, and how they envision a happy future today. 

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[ Video ] Partners' testimonies: the invisible work of women, an unequal situation all over the world

[ Video ] Partners' testimonies: the invisible work of women, an unequal situation all over the world

December 2023

Through their testimony, BATIK International and its partners wanted to remind what the invisible work of women was, and how, in our actions, they seek to fight to restore this injustice. 

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When Young People Create Their Own Tools to Talk About Sexuality

When Young People Create Their Own Tools to Talk About Sexuality

September 2026

In Vietnam, studentsare working to make topics related to sexual and reproductive health more accessible and easier to discuss. Among the initiatives: « Unlock Your Body», an educational game designed to help users learn about and discuss the body, puberty, and sexual and reproductive health. The game offers several formats, including Body Race, Body Link, and Body Decode.

 

 
 
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THE VOICES OF BATIK: A Conversation with Hafida

THE VOICES OF BATIK: A Conversation with Hafida

September 2026

Since 2025, Hafida has been participating in a goat-raising project in Morocco. While she initially joined the project to expand her business, she now speaks of changes that go beyond farming: women coming together, helping one another, and gaining confidence.

 

 

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PHASE 1 - The Thread of Our Future: Bringing International Solidarity to Life

PHASE 1 - The Thread of Our Future: Bringing International Solidarity to Life

August 2026

At a time when international solidarity is increasingly being called into question, nearly 200 organizations united under Coordination SUD are launching “Le fil de notre avenir.” This campaign serves as a reminder that development cooperation is a legacy, a collective strength, and a choice for the future. BATIK International is proud to join this effort.

 
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Guiding an organization toward a more egalitarian approach

Guiding an organization toward a more egalitarian approach

August 2026

As part of the Let’s Bet on Equality project, BATIK International supported the teams at the NGO Concept in Dakar to strengthen the integration of gender issues into their activities and operations. A week of collaborative work was dedicated to developing tools, sharing best practices, and embedding this approach sustainably within the organization.

 
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Young People Committed to Sexual Rights and Health

Young People Committed to Sexual Rights and Health

August 2026

On June 6 and 7, young people from Tunisia and Vietnam met online as part of the Program to Support Sexual and Reproductive Rights and Health (PADSSR). Organized by the Tunisian Forum for Youth Empowerment (TFYE) and BATIK Vietnam, this intercultural exchange seminar allowed participants·to share their experiences and learn about initiatives in their countries promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights.

 
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The GENEQ project has officially launched!

The GENEQ project has officially launched!

June 2026

BATIK International and its European partners have come together to collaboratively develop more inclusive tools and methods to support young people on their path to empowerment. A few weeks later, three young people from Marseille participated in the “Youth Voices from Rural Europe” event at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, where they presented recommendations based on their own realities and experiences.
Two key moments that illustrate the project’s ambition: empowering young people and promoting more inclusive participation in decision-making forums across Europe.

 
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Immersion Programs to Promote the Well-Being and Empowerment of Refugees

Immersion Programs to Promote the Well-Being and Empowerment of Refugees

June 2026

At the Moulin Butin farm, Adel, Issa, Murtaza, and Samiullah spent a few days immersing themselves in working the land, communal living, and discovering rural life in France. Designed as spaces for hospitality, connection, and knowledge-sharing, these stays contribute to the well-being and empowerment of the refugees hosted there.

 
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Join our community of practice to talk more about gender with young people!

Join our community of practice to talk more about gender with young people!

May 2026

Participate in the European Community of Practice GENEQ (Erasmus+) to strengthen your support for young people on gender issues: 3 free webinars on changing practices, tools and practical methods!

Registration required via session links!

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Looking Back at BATIK International’s Participation in CSW70 (New York)

Looking Back at BATIK International’s Participation in CSW70 (New York)

March 2026

In New York, the 70th Commission on the Status of Women marked a decisive shift in global negotiations on gender equality.

Focused on women’s and girls’ access to justice, the session was defined by unusually high tensions, exposing just how strong the pushback against feminist progress has become.

Amid these debates, Batik International played a strategic role: defending ambitious positions, amplifying the voices of its partners, and insisting on the urgent need to secure real, enforceable rights for all. Between forced setbacks, hard‑won gains, and strengthened alliances, this edition has redrawn the balance multilateral engagement.

Health and Autonomy: 40 Young People Mobilize in Tunisia !

Health and Autonomy: 40 Young People Mobilize in Tunisia !

March 2026

Last February in Hammamet, 40 Tunisian students came together for an intensive training on sexual and reproductive health (SRH), led by our partner The Tunisian Forum for Youth Empowerment. The aim was clear: to break taboos and become genuine agents of change within their universities.

Between unpacking gender stereotypes and learning how to design projects, these young leaders are now preparing their own awarenessaising campaigns.