370-650 million girls and women experienced sexual assault before 18; urgent global action needed, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa.
UNICEF's recent report highlights that over 370 million girls and women, or one in eight, have faced rape or sexual assault before age 18. This figure rises to 650 million, or one in five, when including non-contact sexual violence. The report emphasizes the urgent need for global action, especially in vulnerable regions like Sub-Saharan Africa, where 79 million women are affected. Boys are also impacted, with 240 to 310 million experiencing similar violence during childhood.
October 10, 2024
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