Everything Your Need to Know About Gender-Based Violence
Gender-based violence is one of the greatest human rights violations in the world. Worldwide it’s estimated that 1 in 3 women experience some form of violence.
It’s easy to think that it’s happening ‘somewhere else’, but in New Zealand that figure is even worse: It’s estimated that 55 percent of women have experienced physical, emotional or psychological violence. That’s over half of women. In New Zealand alone, there were over 176,000 domestic violence call-outs to Police last year – and that’s just a fraction of the real number. It’s estimated 85 percent of victims never contact Police.
Gender-based violence is a justice issue, and it is a faith issue. That’s why at The Salvation Army, we believe it’s important to make a stand for equity and hope. In this booklet, you’ll find answers to some common questions:
- What is gender-based violence?
- How can I get help?
- How can I help someone else?
