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WHO: 1 in 3 Women Face Violence in Americas

11/20/2025

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  • The World Health Organization (WHO) reports one in three women in the Americas have experienced physical or sexual violence, with intimate partner violence most prevalent.
  • Progress to reduce violence has been minimal over two decades.
  • Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) will host an event on November 24 ahead of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on November 25.