25th of November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Sexual violence is often viewed as an unavoidable consequence of war and armed conflicts, yet remains vastly under-reported, and the consequences, underestimated. It is prevalent in most conflicts and takes many forms.

 

 

Read more:

Sexual Violence: A tragic and taboo scar of South Sudan’s Conflict

Sexual violence in armed conflict: question and answers

Responding to sexual violence in conflict: How can we do better?