Worldwide, it is estimated that one in every three women has been
beaten, coerced into sex or abused in some other way. Women and girls
who have been displaced by conflict are at particular risk of
gender-based violence (GBV). From the Democratic Republic of Congo to
Syria, forms of GBV such as rape, sexual exploitation and forced
prostitution turn women’s lives upside down, leaving lasting physical
and emotional scars. GBV doesn't just affect women, but it has deep and lasting effects on families, communities, and societies.
Violence against women can and should be prevented. Also, survivors of GBV must be able to access the care and services that they need, including medical and mental health services.
Today,
non-governmental organizations and activists are gathering at the
United Nations for the first day of the 57th Commission on the Status of Women. As one of the participants in the Commission, the Women's Refugee Commission is also starting a social media initiative called "Power of Prevention: Ending Violence Against Women and Girls in Crises", which aims to raise awareness about the prevention of GBV in crisis settings and highlight tools and resources to help make displaced women and girls safer.
Violence against women can and should be prevented. Also, survivors of GBV must be able to access the care and services that they need, including medical and mental health services.
Today,
non-governmental organizations and activists are gathering at the
United Nations for the first day of the 57th Commission on the Status of Women. As one of the participants in the Commission, the Women's Refugee Commission is also starting a social media initiative called "Power of Prevention: Ending Violence Against Women and Girls in Crises", which aims to raise awareness about the prevention of GBV in crisis settings and highlight tools and resources to help make displaced women and girls safer.
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