Bill Overview
Title: International Violence Against Women Act of 2022
Description: This bill requires a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls. The bill establishes in the Department of State an Office of Global Women's Issues, which shall be headed by an Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women's Issues. The Ambassador-at-Large shall (1) coordinate U.S. government efforts regarding gender equality and the advancement of women and girls in foreign policy, and (2) develop or update periodically a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to gender-based violence. The bill establishes in the U.S. Agency for International Development the position of Senior Coordinator for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment who shall coordinate policies, programs, and funding regarding gender equality and women's empowerment.
Sponsors: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Target Audience
Population: Women and girls globally who may experience violence
Estimated Size: 1000000
- The bill aims to address violence against women and girls globally, indicating a target population of all women and girls worldwide who may be affected by gender-based violence.
- Gender-based violence is a widespread issue affecting a substantial percentage of women globally, and any strategic efforts to mitigate it would potentially impact this broad group.
- The establishment of a U.S. global strategy involves efforts in various countries, suggesting the bill might especially impact women and girls in regions where the U.S. has diplomatic and economic influences.
- Globally, there are approximately 3.9 billion women and girls (as of 2023), who represent the potential target population for the global strategy.
Reasoning
- The policy is aimed at addressing violence against women and girls at a global level. However, its direct impact on U.S. citizens will primarily involve those engaged in diplomatic and international aid roles related to gender-based violence.
- A key population within the U.S. potentially affected includes professionals engaged in international affairs, such as diplomats, aid workers, and NGOs focusing on gender equality.
- The budget constraints of the policy indicate that its direct impact on well-being might be more organizational or community-focused rather than individual in the U.S.
- Given the small size of the directly impacted U.S. population, most Americans will experience little to no impact on their personal well-being due to the policy.
- Cantril Well-Being scores reflect personal expectations of quality of life, thus those directly working with policy implementation may see improvements in satisfaction due to increased resources and strategic international support.
Simulated Interviews
Diplomat (Washington D.C.)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The enactment of this policy will greatly enhance our ability to coordinate responses to gender-based violence globally.
- It aligns with my personal and professional goals of promoting gender equality.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Journalist (New York, NY)
Age: 34 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This legislation provides new material for coverage and could help highlight ongoing global issues.
- It should shed light on systemic causes of gender-based violence, which is important for public awareness.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Non-profit worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy aligns with our mission to support vulnerable women and girls.
- It should increase funding opportunities for our programs.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Government contractor (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 7.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This will impact our projects significantly, allowing us to expand operations.
- The additional resources are much needed and appreciated.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Academic researcher (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 52 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This gives us comprehensive new data sets and case studies.
- It's a positive development for the research community.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Tech worker (Seattle, WA)
Age: 29 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This doesn't directly impact me, but I value efforts that promote global social welfare.
- I'm interested in seeing how technology can play a role in these initiatives.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
International aid worker (Miami, FL)
Age: 31 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy is a lifeline; it’s crucial for our operations and for the women we work with.
- It enables us to expand our reach and improve our intervention strategies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Military personnel (Houston, TX)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 7.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy provides clearer guidelines and support structures for our missions abroad.
- It should bring more cohesive efforts to address violence against women.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Graduate student (Boston, MA)
Age: 26 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy is encouraging for anyone studying or working in gender relations.
- It sets a promising precedent for future international collaborations.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Retired government official (Austin, TX)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad to see this bill come into effect, as it echoes some initiatives I worked on.
- Provides hope for sustained international efforts toward gender equality.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $50000000 (Low: $40000000, High: $60000000)
Year 2: $52000000 (Low: $42000000, High: $62000000)
Year 3: $54000000 (Low: $44000000, High: $64000000)
Year 5: $58000000 (Low: $48000000, High: $68000000)
Year 10: $64000000 (Low: $54000000, High: $74000000)
Year 100: $100000000 (Low: $90000000, High: $110000000)
Key Considerations
- The establishment of new government positions and strategies requires consistent funding and monitoring to ensure effective implementation.
- Coordination across different U.S. federal agencies and international bodies is essential, potentially affecting budget allocations and resource distribution.
- Political stability and bilateral relationships with countries involved in these strategies can influence the policy's implementation and success.