Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

Sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) refers to harmful acts directed at individuals based on their gender or sexual orientation. This includes offenses like sexual assault, harassment, forced marriage, and other forms of abuse that violate a person’s integrity and rights. SGBV is rooted in unequal power dynamics and societal norms that discriminate against certain genders, often targeting women and marginalized groups. It causes physical, emotional, and psychological harm, and addressing it requires awareness, legal protection, and social change to promote safety, dignity, and equality for all.