- Blog
- 1 January 2023
Ten harmful beliefs that perpetuate violence against women and girls
- Author: ESubden
- Published by: Oxfam International
![Screenshot of start of article](/sites/default/files/styles/cover_mobile/public/2023-10/oxfam_-_gbv_0.png?itok=pTRsoY1P)
One in three women will experience physical or sexual violence in her lifetime. Whilst there is no single cause for such violence, some of the strongest and most consistent factors are harmful social norms that contribute to gender inequality.
These norms are based on shared beliefs and expectations about how people should behave. They include male entitlement, domination and control over the bodies of women and girls, and rigid gender roles, as highlighted in an Oxfam’s research from 12 countries across Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean and the Pacific.
Find out ten of these social norms that drive violence against women and girls in this article by Oxfam International.
- Tags:
- Gender-based violence
- Countries / Regions:
- Global
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