Violence against women, including domestic violence, is the result of an imbalance of power in society. It is a human rights violation and a major obstacle to overcoming inequality between women and men. (more...)




 

The Parliamentary dimension of the Campaign
Local and regional dimension of the Campaign

Terry Davis, Secretary General of the Council of Europe

Violations of women’s human rights are still common and have actually increased in some regions of Europe in recent years. Women are often exposed to practices which could be classed as torture or inhuman or degrading treatment. These include domestic violence, sexual harassment, rape, forced marriage (more...)

Thomas Hammarberg, Commissioner for Human Rights

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"It starts with screams and must never end in silence."

12% to 15% of European women over 16 have suffered domestic abuse in a relationship – too many have died. Many more continue to suffer physical and sexual violence from former partners, even after the break-up. It's time to find a way out!