Two U.N. agencies say an average of 140 women and girls were killed by an intimate partner or family member per day last year

Summary

A U.N. report shows that 140 women and girls were killed daily by intimate partners or family members in 2023, totaling 51,100 victims, an increase of 2,300 from 2022.

The rise reflects improved data collection rather than an increase in violence.

The highest rates were in Africa, with 2.9 victims per 100,000 people.

Despite global prevention efforts, these killings, often the result of ongoing gender-based violence, persist at alarming levels.

The report emphasizes the preventability of such violence through timely and effective interventions.

    • @[email protected]English
      3•12 hours ago

      I guess when you consider global pop and how many overall die from violence then it makes the number look quite small.

      However I think due to the nature of these deaths, committed by a person in the victims life who should be at best a source of protection and safety, it’s pretty fucking grim to consider.