Sexual Violence Against Women: Effective Measures Taken to Help the Victims

“Around the world, one woman in every three has been sexually abused or beaten” (Lori Heise et al., 1999). Gender-based sexual violence is a serious issue that only gained recognition until recently even though it is a major violation of human rights. It can destroy a women’s life by affecting her mental and physical wellness. While only cases that involve criminal charges make the headlines, it’s important not to forget that women suffer daily from minor offenses, such as threats and provocative comments. Sexual violence manifests itself in many forms, and while some may be less evident…