From 2019 to 2023, Cyprus faced 19 femicides, revealing a pressing issue of genderbased violence that often goes unnoticed. Efforts like the FemUnited project aim to standardize data collection and improve institutional responses to protect all women, especially those in marginalized groups, from this silent epidemic.
The Global Initiative to End Violence Against Women aims to combat the pervasive issue of violence against women, with nearly one in three women worldwide having experienced physical or sexual violence. The initiative calls for robust legal protections, comprehensive data, and a unified effort to address this global problem, highlighting the need for enhanced legislative action, improved gathering of statistical data, and the inclusion of gender considerations in all matters affecting women’s lives.
