A chance to re-energize
This story belongs to a journalist from Eastern Europe. Prior to Shelter City, due to severe threats and stress, they were not able to continue their work.
Our impact stories
The below stories are part of a five-part series of impact stories from the 2022 Shelter City Impact Study.
Created by Danielle de Winter, DBMresearch.
Re-strategizing our work
This story belongs to an activist advocating against female genital mutilation and early marriage. Prior to Shelter City, they lay all of their organization's  duties solely on their shoulders.
Sustaining our work for the long-term
This story belongs to a lawyer who represents LGBTIQ+ rights activists. Before participating in Shelter City, they shared that they felt their human rights work was less strategic and less digitally protected.
Feeling protected
This story belongs to a human rights defender who is advocating for students' rights. Prior to Shelter City, they felt alone, and did not have a support network to fall back on.
Empowering myself to empower others
This story belongs to an indigenous rights advocate who stayed in Shelter City. Prior to Shelter City, the demand of their work and context did not allow them to step back or take a break.
