Jolie and Hague open summit to end sexual violence during conflict

LONDON, England – Actress Angelina Jolie, special envoy for the UN Commissioner for Refugees, and British Foreign Secretary William Hague opened the 2014 Global Summit Fringe to End Sexual Violence in Conflict 2014.

Delegations from over 100 countries join the summit which aims to put an end to sexual violence in conflict-affected areas. During the 4-day event Jolie will meet with representatives from various sectors to discuss ways to put an end to using rape as a tool of war.

Watch some scenes from day 1 of the Global Summit below. 

– Rappler.com

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