Violence against women is a major human rights problem. As we celebrate and honor feminine beauty and sexuality, it is equally important to bring awareness to the injustices that women face throughout the world, and to be part of the solution.
This is why we should support international human rights organizations that are active in bringing an end to crimes such as rape, incest, and sexual slavery.
We encourage you to get the facts, take action and learn more...
- THE FACTS
- Globally, at least 1 in 3 women & girls have been beaten or sexually abused. (United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, 2/28/00)
- 4 million women and girls are trafficked annually. (United Nations)
- An estimated one million children, mostly girls, enter the sex trade each year. (UNICEF)
- Every 90 seconds in the United States, a woman is sexually assaulted. (RAINN)
- Men perpetrate the majority of violent acts against women.
- TAKE ACTION NOW
- Donate to Amensty International.
- Rent the documentary 'Until the Violence Stops' featuring Eve Ensler, Salma Hayek and Isabella Rosellini.
- Spread the word- tell a friend!
- Donate to V-Day.
- V-Day
- Amnesty International Women's Action Council
- World Health Organization on gender violence
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