Every day in 2024, an average of 137 women and girls lost their lives at the hands of partners or family members. This staggering figure translates to approximately one death every 10 minutes globally. The alarming trend is a stark reminder of the persistent violence against women and girls worldwide.
According to a new report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and UN Women, this tragic phenomenon affects over 83,000 women and girls annually, with 60% of those deaths occurring at the hands of intimate partners or family members. The report highlights that femicide – the killing of women by their current or former partners – continues to claim tens of thousands of lives without any signs of progress.
Experts warn that many killings are preventable, but gaps in protection, police responses, and social support systems leave women and girls at a heightened risk of fatal violence. Economic instability, conflict, forced displacement, and limited access to safe housing can exacerbate the risks faced by women trapped in abusive situations.
The report suggests that the data is likely an underestimate due to poor collection, survivors' fear of reporting violence, and outdated legal definitions. To address this issue, coordinated efforts involving schools, workplaces, public services, and local communities are crucial for spotting early signs of violence.
UN Women emphasizes the need for stronger prevention efforts and criminal justice responses. The organization calls on governments to increase funding for shelters, legal aid, and specialist support services. The findings were released during the UN's annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
The report reveals that Africa has the highest regional rate of femicide by intimate partners or family members, followed by the Americas, Oceania, Asia, and Europe. Digital violence often starts online but can escalate offline, contributing to lethal harm. Campaigners stress the importance of addressing this issue through concerted efforts involving governments, communities, and civil society organizations.
In conclusion, the staggering number of women and girls killed every day highlights the urgent need for collective action to prevent femicide and promote a culture of respect and equality.
According to a new report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and UN Women, this tragic phenomenon affects over 83,000 women and girls annually, with 60% of those deaths occurring at the hands of intimate partners or family members. The report highlights that femicide – the killing of women by their current or former partners – continues to claim tens of thousands of lives without any signs of progress.
Experts warn that many killings are preventable, but gaps in protection, police responses, and social support systems leave women and girls at a heightened risk of fatal violence. Economic instability, conflict, forced displacement, and limited access to safe housing can exacerbate the risks faced by women trapped in abusive situations.
The report suggests that the data is likely an underestimate due to poor collection, survivors' fear of reporting violence, and outdated legal definitions. To address this issue, coordinated efforts involving schools, workplaces, public services, and local communities are crucial for spotting early signs of violence.
UN Women emphasizes the need for stronger prevention efforts and criminal justice responses. The organization calls on governments to increase funding for shelters, legal aid, and specialist support services. The findings were released during the UN's annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
The report reveals that Africa has the highest regional rate of femicide by intimate partners or family members, followed by the Americas, Oceania, Asia, and Europe. Digital violence often starts online but can escalate offline, contributing to lethal harm. Campaigners stress the importance of addressing this issue through concerted efforts involving governments, communities, and civil society organizations.
In conclusion, the staggering number of women and girls killed every day highlights the urgent need for collective action to prevent femicide and promote a culture of respect and equality.
my heart just sank reading about these numbers - 137 deaths EVERY DAY 
it's insane that we're still dealing with this issue in 2025 
and it's not like its been around for centuries or anything, but I guess some things never change 
the fact that most of these deaths are preventable just makes me so frustrated 
how can we let our own kind do this to each other? 
and it starts with the governments increasing funding for shelters and support services - we need more than just awareness campaigns 
we need action 
. We need to stop making victimhood a virtue and start encouraging people to toughen up.
. We need more shelters, more support, and more awareness. Education is key too. Schools, workplaces, and communities need to be trained on recognizing the red flags. Governments need to step up & fund these programs. Can't we make a change? 
, 137 women and girls dying every day from intimate partners or family members is just...wow 
. The fact that 60% of those deaths occur at the hands of their own loved ones is just heartbreaking 
. We need to come together as a global community to support these survivors and create safer spaces for them to thrive 
. This report is definitely eye-opening, but it's also really frustrating because we already know this is happening, so what's holding us back from making changes? 
. It's time for us to take action and make a change 
globally. what's even more mind-blowing is that this data is likely an underestimate due to ppl being too scared to report violence or the system not doing its job properly. needlessly said, we gotta step up our game on preventing femicide. 
I wish there were more resources available for shelters and legal aid. And yeah, digital violence is a thing too... I don't think it's just about online vs offline, it's about creating a culture where women and girls feel safe and respected in every aspect of their lives 
it's all about creating a culture where everyone feels safe & respected 
It's like, women and girls are still being treated like they're disposable. 
We need to step up our game and make sure everyone knows about this issue. 
The fact that 60% of those deaths occur at the hands of intimate partners is just heartbreaking. 
. we can make a difference if we all pitch in 
I mean, we have schools, workplaces, and public services, but somehow they're still not doing enough... 
i mean what's gonna happen 2 these innocent ppl? 
cant we just stop 4 a sec & figure out how 2 make the world a safer place 4 evryone? 
this is just mind-blowing... can't believe how many lives lost due to domestic violence... 137 people every 10 minutes? that's insane! 
we need to do something about this, like more funding for shelters and legal aid, and better support systems in schools and workplaces 
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. Let's raise awareness and support for those who are suffering in silence 
. It's time we make a change! 
. I mean, 83k+ women & girls are dyin' every year... it's like, what's the point in talkin' about stats & definitions if we ain't doin' nothin' to change? 
We need to get people involved, from schools to workplaces, communities... everyone needs to be on board. And yeah, I know some of these killings can be preventable, but it's like, where's the support system for the survivors?