Violence against women:
help us build a global
picture ...... On 14 February the One Billion Rising campaign
is calling on women and men to rise up and
demand an end to violence against women. It’s
estimated that one in three women will be
beaten or raped in her lifetime – that’s 1 billion
women. This year’s campaign is calling for justice for survivors of gender violence. As part of our coverage around One Billion
Rising we want you to help us build a global
picture of violence against women. Is it
something you’ve experienced? Either as a
woman, or a man. Or do you know someone who
has? Why do you think it happens? What do you think are the underlying causes of violence
against women, globally or in your community? What about the solutions. Have you been
involved in a campaign or initiative to prevent
violence against women? Tell us why it works.
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