International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

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Violence is not limited to physical harm. It includes emotional abuse, economic control, sexual violence, stalking, digital harassment, forced marriage, and honour-based violence. These acts aim to control, intimidate, or silence women, stripping away autonomy, safety, and personal choice in everyday life.

Global data shows that around one in three women experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime, usually by someone they know. Many cases never get reported due to fear, shame, social pressure, or lack of support, making the real numbers significantly higher than official records suggest.