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UK girls report widespread safety fears, altering routines due to harassment and misogyny, with many avoiding public spaces and school.
A UK survey of 2,640 girls and young women aged 11 to 21 found that most have changed their daily routines to feel safer, with 68% altering behaviors to avoid harassment.
Nearly 90% avoid going out after dark, 56% feel unsafe traveling alone, and 31% avoid public transport.
Girls with disabilities, LGBTQ+ girls, and those of colour report heightened fears, with some skipping school due to harassment.
Misogyny in schools is widespread, with over half of girls aged 11 to 18 hearing toxic comments and many witnessing sexist abuse.
The charity Girlguiding urges authorities and schools to act, emphasizing the need to include young women in creating safer spaces.
Despite challenges, 70% have supported peers facing sexism, showing resilience and solidarity.
Las niñas del Reino Unido informan temores generalizados por su seguridad, alterando las rutinas debido al acoso y la misoginia, y muchas evitan los espacios públicos y la escuela.