One In Eight Girls Experiences Sexual Assault Before Turning 18, Says Unicef
A new Unicef report reveals that over 370 million women and girls – or 1 in 8 globally – have experienced sexual violence, including rape and assault, before the age of 18. The figures were released ahead of the International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, marking the first-ever comprehensive global and regional data on childhood sexual violence. The report highlights that when “non-contact” forms of abuse – such as online harassment or verbal assault – are factored in, the number rises to 650 million, or 1 in 5. The staggering statistics underscore the critical need for urgent and comprehensive strategies to prevent and address the widespread violation of children’s rights. “Sexual violence… Read More »One In Eight Girls Experiences Sexual Assault Before Turning 18, Says Unicef