Violence against girls, boys and women in the Southern African development community

Violence is a preventable, life-threatening and costly human rights violation for millions of girls, boys and women across all contexts and settings in Eastern and Southern Africa and within the countries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC). When it comes to protecting children and women and ensuring they realize their full potential, one victim of violence is one too many. SADC countries have a strong evidence base on the subject of violence. Still, the prevalence of sexual, physical and emotional violence in some of these countries is among the highest in the world.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Gender Equality

Reduced Inequalities