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Get the latest updates and highlights on violence against women around the world. Learn about recent laws, United Nations resolutions, and global efforts to end violence against women. Explore articles related to domestic violence, sex trafficking, sexual assault, femicide, and other topics that affect women's human rights. Find out about the most recent reports and studies on the prevalence and effects of violence against women and the status of women in various countries.

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: Fiji

Wednesday, June 3, 2020

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: Colombia

Monday, June 1, 2020

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: Bangladesh

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

UN Women Raises Awareness of the Shadow Pandemic of Violence Against Women During COVID-19

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

In a Victory for Women in Sudan, Female Genital Mutilation Is Outlawed

Monday, May 18, 2020

Hungary Backs Out of International Treaty That Aims to Stop Violence Against Women

Thursday, May 7, 2020

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: China

Friday, May 1, 2020

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: France

Thursday, April 30, 2020

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: Canada

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: Australia

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

New Report: Sex for rent epidemic during COVID-19 shutdowns

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

COVID-19 Domestic Violence Country Updates: Argentina

Monday, April 27, 2020

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