Elizabeth Dartnall is the executive director of the Sexual Violence Research Initiative. With over 25 years of expertise in health systems, mental health, and addressing violence against women and violence against children, Liz is an experienced global health specialist. Her career encompasses roles in both government and research in a range of countries across the world. Liz possesses a profound grasp of the policymaking process and the pivotal role of research in shaping policy and practice. Since 2006, she has overseen the Sexual Violence Research Initiative and successfully transitioned it into an independent NGO with the backing of multiple partners. Committed to feminist, ethical, and equitable approaches, Liz continues to lead research and policy initiatives that play a key role in building a violence-free world for women and children.