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This article discusses the particular
vulnerabilities of "women human rights
defenders" (WHRDs) and their need for
support from the broader global community.
The article outlines ten ways current
responses to protect WHRDs at risk can be
strengthened. In particular, the document
advocates for grassroots community support
for WHRDs. The article also includes a
table of existing responses by seventeen
women's rights organizations and the
measures that they have taken to protect
WHRDs as a vulnerable group. The chart
indicates the availability of support
services available to WHRDs at each
organization in areas such as legal
assistance, psychological counseling, and
temporary relocation.