UN Report: 1 Woman Killed Every 10 Minutes by Partner or Family.
A United Nations report, marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, reveals that femicides—murders of women by intimate partners or family members—remain a global crisis. In 2023, 85,000 women and girls were intentionally killed worldwide, with 60% of these deaths caused by close relations.Africa recorded the highest rates of such violence, followed by the Americas and Oceania. The UN calls for stronger legislation, robust criminal justice systems, and greater funding to address gender-based violence.This report underscores the urgency to dismantle harmful norms and biases fueling violence and to act decisively during the "16 Days of Activism" campaign.
