One in three women worldwide is a victim of physical or sexual violence says WHO

One in three women have already suffered physical violence or sexual abuse, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, warning that the coronavirus pandemic was deepening the problem.

A protesters holds a placard during the Women's March 4 Justice in Canberra on Monday. Source: AAP

Key Points

• Around 30 percent of all women and girls over the age of 15 have been victims of violence throughout their lifetimes
• Violence against women is endemic in every country and culture says the WHO chief
• Coronavirus pandemic adding to the impact

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