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A woman attends a demonstration on the occasion of International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, her face painted with a red hand print
Image: Luca Bruno/AP Photo/picture alliance

Violence against women

Violence against women and girls is one of the most prevalent human rights violations. It doesn't just include physical attacks, but also sexual and emotional violence and the threat thereof.

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