Conclusions and policy implications

As the evidence presented in this booklet shows, even though men are the principal victims of lethal violence, women continue to bear the heaviest burden as a result of gender stereotypes and inequality. Across the world, in rich and poor countries, in developed and developing regions, a total of 50,000 women per year are killed by their current and former partners, fathers, brothers, mothers, sisters and other family members because of their role and status as women.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions