2. • Violence against women remains a significant
issue globally, and it takes various forms,
including physical, sexual, emotional, and
economic abuse. Here are some key aspects of
violence against women in contemporary periods
up until 2021:
1. Domestic Violence: Domestic violence, also known
as intimate partner violence, is a pervasive problem.
Women are often the primary victims of abuse within
their homes, and this form of violence can have
severe and long-lasting consequences on their
physical and emotional well-being.
3. 2. Sexual Violence: Sexual violence, including
rape and sexual assault, continues to be a
major concern. Women, particularly in conflict
zones or vulnerable situations, are at a higher
risk of experiencing sexual violence.
3. Human Trafficking: Women and girls are
disproportionately affected by human
trafficking, where they are forced into labor,
prostitution, or other forms of exploitation.
4. 4. Honor Killings: In some cultures, “honor
killings” persist, where women are killed by
their own families or communities for perceived
violations of cultural norms or family honor.
5. Cyberbullying and Online Harassment: With
the rise of digital technologies and social
media, women also face online abuse and
harassment, including cyberbullying and
revenge porn.
5. 6. Workplace Harassment and Discrimination:
Women continue to experience workplace
discrimination and harassment, which can
manifest as gender-based wage gaps, glass
ceilings, and unequal opportunities for career
advancement.
7. Acid Attacks: In certain regions, acid attacks
are used as a form of violence against women,
causing severe physical and emotional trauma.
6. 8.Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C): This
harmful traditional practice is still prevalent in some
parts of the world, despite global efforts to eradicate
it.
It’s essential to recognize that while progress has
been made in addressing violence against women,
much work remains to be done to create safer and
more equitable societies for women. Governments,
organizations, and communities must continue to
raise awareness, implement legal measures, and
promote gender equality to combat this issue
effectively. Additionally, supporting and empowering
7. Violence against women has been a pervasive
issue throughout history, and significant
progress has been made in raising awareness
and addressing the problem since 1945. Here’s
an overview of violence against women from 1945
to the present:
1945-1960s:
1.After World War II, women’s rights movements gained
momentum in many parts of the world, advocating for
gender equality and an end to violence against women.
8. 2.The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
(1948) included provisions affirming the equality
of men and women, laying the foundation for
subsequent international efforts to address
gender-based violence.
1970s-1980s:
1.The women’s movement in the 1970s brought
increased attention to violence against women
as a social issue that needed to be addressed
seriously.
9. 2.In 1979, the United Nations General Assembly
adopted the Convention on the Elimination of All
Forms of Discrimination Against Women
(CEDAW), which highlighted the need to end
violence against women and protect their rights.
3.Domestic violence started gaining recognition
as a social problem during this period, and
shelters and support services for survivors
began to emerge.
10. 1990s:
1.The 1990s saw a significant increase in global
efforts to combat violence against women. The
United Nations held the Fourth World
Conference on Women in Beijing in 1995,
leading to the Beijing Declaration and Platform
for Action. This platform emphasized women’s
rights, including the prevention and elimination
of violence against women.
11. 2.The International Violence Against Women Act
(IVAWA) was proposed in the United States in
the late 1990s to address violence against
women globally and promote women’s
empowerment.
2000s:
1.The United Nations established the
International Day for the Elimination of Violence
against Women on November 25th, as well as
the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based
Violence campaign (November 25th to December
10th).
12. 2.The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)
included a target to promote gender equality and
empower women, which indirectly aimed to
address violence against women.
3.In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly
created UN Women, an entity dedicated to
gender equality and the empowerment of
women.
13. 2010s-Present:
1.Violence against women continued to be a
significant global issue. More countries have
adopted laws and policies addressing gender-
based violence and providing support to
survivors.
2.The #MeToo movement, which gained
momentum in 2017, shed light on the prevalence
of sexual harassment and assault and sparked
conversations and action on these issues
around the world.
14. 3.In 2019, the Istanbul Convention, a Council of
Europe treaty to prevent and combat violence
against women, was opened for signature and
ratification, signifying continued efforts to
address violence against women at the
international level.
Despite these positive developments, violence
against women remains a deeply entrenched
problem in many societies. It requires ongoing
commitment from governments, organizations,
communities, and individuals to create a world
free from violence and discrimination for women.
