Violence against women
Nearly one in three women — about 840 million — has experienced partner or sexual violence, a figure that has barely changed since 2000.
How this affects people
Violence against women harms physical and mental health and limits education, work and participation in public life.
The WHO's 2025 estimates found only a 0.2% annual decline in intimate-partner violence over two decades.
Look at what keeps the problem going
- 01Gender inequality and harmful norms
- 02Impunity for perpetrators
- 03Economic dependence
- 04Conflict and displacement
What could happen next
The future leaves room for choices. Compare the outlooks, check what supports them and notice where the evidence becomes less certain
Little change year to year
Rates remain stubbornly high.
The future is not a timetable. These summaries reflect published scenarios and trends, with deeper uncertainty at longer horizons. Choices made now matter.
Where could a useful response begin?
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