Each year the CIVICUS State of Civil Society Report examines the major events that involve and affect civil society around the world. This year’s report states that we are witnessing a systematic and global crackdown on the conditions for civil society. At the same time, almost everywhere citizens are organising and mobilising in new and creative ways to defend civic freedoms, fight for social justice and equality.

The report also identifies10 trends in civil society action from 2017, one of which is titled as “Patriarchy under Spotlight”. It highlights the #MeToo campaign and claims that sexual harassment has become increasingly unacceptable and inexcusable, as well as a crucial part of the debate about wider gender inequalities and power and wealth imbalances. “Systemic inequalities came to be recognised as the breeding ground for the abuse and harassment of women, bringing to the fore issues such as the need to increase the number of women in leadership and decision-making positions, guarantee equal pay and opportunity, foster a better work environment and recognise women’s unpaid work”.

Download the full report: Civicus_CSOsReport-2018