Women in Gaza Take Action (aim) at domestic violence Gaza More than a third of women living in the Gaza Strip are exposed to physical abuse in their homes, according to a 2011 violence survey by the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics. Almost 15 per cent are exposed to sexual abuse, and a staggering three-quarters experience psychological abuse. These figures highlight a growing concern throughout Gaza, where the Israeli blockade has halted imports and cut jobs, … [Read more...]