It delves into the critical role of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) in advancing human rights, particularly women’s rights and gender equality, while highlighting the unique challenges they face, including gender-based violence. It examines the specific violations encountered by WHRDs compared to other Human Rights Defenders (HRDs), analyzes available protections under international law, and offers recommendations for ensuring WHRDs’ safety and effectiveness in their advocacy work, emphasizing the importance of gender-sensitive and intersectional approaches in state policies and actions.