The document discusses violence against women and its emotional, physical, social, and economic costs. In 2015, the international community recognized these issues by adopting the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, with Goal 5 committing to eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls, as well as harmful practices such as child marriage and female genital mutilation. The document calls for speaking out against violence against women and improving oneself, while protecting women's and children's rights and wellbeing through teaching respect, equality and tolerance.