Violence against women (VAW) is the most widespread and persistent violation of human rights. According to a 2013 study from the World Health Organization (WHO), at least one in three women worldwide (35 per cent) will experience physical and/or sexual violence during their lifetime, usually at the hands of someone they know. This means more than one billion women worldwide are affected by VAW. At least one in three women worldwide will experience physical or sexual violence in their … [Read more...]
Women as Peace Keepers, needed to close Gap of Violence
August 10, 2014 by Team Celebration
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