Overview
- WHO and UN partners estimate about 840 million women have faced partner violence or sexual violence in their lifetime, with prevalence barely declining over two decades.
- In the past year, 316 million women aged 15 and older—roughly 11%—experienced physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner, according to data from 168 countries through 2023.
- The report provides first-time national and regional estimates for sexual violence by non-partners, finding 263 million affected, with experts warning the figure is undercounted due to stigma and underreporting.
- Mexico spotlights surging digital abuse as UN Women launches the 'Es Real. #EsViolenciaDigital' campaign; INEGI data show three in ten women internet users—over 10 million—have experienced digital violence, and studies indicate more than 70% of sexualized cases go unreported.
- Local governments are responding to online harms: Barcelona introduces a 2025–2030 strategy that prioritizes digital violence prevention, expands victim services and data systems, and sets a multi‑year budget exceeding €7 million.