Introduction: What is Violence Against Women?
Violence against women is common in India and occurs on a broad spectrum. It can include anything from physical, sexual, or mental abuse.
According to the UN, India has the highest global rate of sexual violence, with 68 percent of women in India have experienced some form of sexual violence or harassment. The country also has one of the worst records of gender inequality and a lack of women empowerment in society.
The Indian Penal Code recognizes several offenses related to violence against women, such as rape, acid throwing, stalking, and more. However, most cases fail to be reported because there is a fear of stigma and social isolation among the victims, which leads to silence on this issue.
How Violence Is Getting Worse at Home and in the Streets in the whole world
Violence at home and in the streets has considerably impacted women. Women are getting assaulted, raped, physically injured, and even killed.
Violence against women is happening worldwide: to women of all races and ages, in all types of relationships, and across cultures. Women who experience violence often grapple with feelings of fear, helplessness, or guilt, while they may also suffer from health problems like migraines. Violence against women is not only an issue of gender inequality but also a life-threatening problem that has many long-term consequences for health and well-being.
According to the United Nations, nearly half of all women have experienced abuse, making it a global problem. In another report, The Centers for Disease Control found that 3 out of 4 women will experience sexual violence in their lifetime. Furthermore, many other studies show that children are also victims of violence.
Domestic violence statistics:
Nearly half (45%) of all women globally have experienced either physical and sexual abuse or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime.
Women and girls most at risk include young and menstruating and from low-income households.
One-third (33%) of all female homicide victims worldwide were killed by intimate partners or family members in 2012.
Why Most Women Stay Silent About Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is a serious issue that affects people of all genders. People who have been sexually assaulted are often told to feel ashamed and embarrassed. They are made to believe that they should feel guilty for what happened to them and are blamed for the attack.
The victim-blaming myths make victims feel like they have no control over the situation and will never end. The myths also make it seem like you should be able to fight back against your attacker, and you shouldn't be able to get hurt if you did everything right.
This section discusses why people stay silent about sexual assault, how many people are sexually assaulted, and some of the victim-blaming myths in our society today.
The world needs to change its story about violence against women. I believe that we can change the narrative of violence against women by educating and empowering girls and boys, men and women. We need to start a conversation about the various forms of violence against women, from street harassment to domestic abuse, from sexual assault to sexual harassment in the workplace.
Conclusion: Let's Change The Story Together
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is observed every year on November 25. It is a day to raise awareness about violence against women and girls in the home and public spaces. United Nations General Assembly established a day in 1999 with a resolution that also urged member states to implement the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which called for an end to violence against women.
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women was established by the United Nations in 1999 to raise awareness of this serious human rights violation and to mobilize efforts to combat it.
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