11 Key Facts
Understanding Domestic Violence
Fact 1
Global Prevalence
Approximately 1 in 3 women globally has experienced physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Fact 2
Nature of Domestic Violence
Domestic or dating violence constitutes a recurrent series of manipulative behaviors employed by one partner to assert dominance over the other.
Fact 3
Risk for Women
One in four women across the globe will endure domestic or dating violence at some point in their lives. Women aged between 20 to 24 years face the highest risk.
Fact 4
Timeframe of Violence
Domestic violence is most likely to occur during the time frame between 6 pm and 6 am.
Fact 5
Economic Impact
Estimates of annual costs related to domestic violence for law enforcement across the globe could potentially range from billions to tens of billions of US dollars.
Fact 6
Violence during Pregnancy
An estimated 1 in 6 to 1 in 3 pregnant women worldwide may experience intimate partner violence during their pregnancy, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Fact 7
Impact on Children
Boys who witness domestic violence are twice as likely to become adults who engage in abusive behavior toward their own partners and children.
Fact 8
Primary Cause of Injury
Domestic violence is the primary cause of injury to women, surpassing the combined injuries resulting from car accidents, muggings, and rapes.
Fact 9
Homelessness Connection
Nearly all homeless women and children globally are likely to have experienced or been affected by domestic violence.
Fact 10
Alarming Global Frequency
Every 3 seconds, a woman is assaulted or subjected to physical violence globally.
Fact 11
Cultural Variations
Domestic violence rates can vary significantly based on cultural differences, regional factors, and socioeconomic conditions. Recognizing and understanding these variations is crucial for developing effective strategies.
