Summary
- • Globally, 137 women are killed by a family member every day
- • In 2017, 87,000 women were intentionally killed worldwide
- • 58% of women killed worldwide were murdered by intimate partners or family members
- • In the United States, 3 women are murdered every day by a current or former male partner
- • In Mexico, an average of 10 women are killed every day
- • In South Africa, a woman is murdered every 3 hours
- • In Canada, a woman or girl is killed every 2.5 days
- • In 2018, 3,529 women were victims of femicide in Latin America and the Caribbean
- • In Europe, 3,443 women were killed by intimate partners or family members in 2018
- • In India, 20 women die every day as a result of harassment over a dowry
- • In Turkey, 474 women were murdered by men in 2019
- • In Argentina, one woman is killed every 32 hours
- • In the UK, 2 women are killed every week by a current or former partner
- • In Australia, one woman is killed every 9 days by a current or former partner
- • In France, 146 women were killed by their partner or ex-partner in 2019
Behind every statistic lies a tragic tale; globally, 137 women fall victim to femicide at the hands of a family member every single day, painting a harrowing picture of the stark reality faced by women worldwide. From the United States to Mexico, South Africa to India, the numbers tell a chilling story of domestic violence and gender-based brutality that must not be ignored. Join us as we delve into the disturbing femicide statistics plaguing our societies, shining a light on this dark and pressing issue that demands immediate attention and action.
Country-Specific Data
- In Mexico, an average of 10 women are killed every day
- In South Africa, a woman is murdered every 3 hours
- In Canada, a woman or girl is killed every 2.5 days
- In Turkey, 474 women were murdered by men in 2019
- In Argentina, one woman is killed every 32 hours
- In Brazil, 1,326 women were victims of femicide in 2019
- In Honduras, a woman is murdered every 36 hours
- In Guatemala, 2 women are murdered every day
- In El Salvador, a woman was murdered every 24 hours in 2018
- In Peru, 166 cases of femicide were reported in 2019
- In Colombia, 571 women were victims of femicide in 2019
- In Ecuador, 67 femicides were reported in the first 10 months of 2020
- In the Dominican Republic, 66 women were victims of femicide in 2019
- In Jamaica, 65 women were murdered in 2018
- In Trinidad and Tobago, 30 women were murdered in 2018
Interpretation
As these staggering femicide statistics highlight, it seems women around the world are in greater danger of becoming victims of heinous crimes than of ever finding a Starbucks without a line. From Mexico to South Africa, Canada to Brazil, the unfortunate reality is that for far too many women, violence is an ever-present threat lurking in the shadows of their daily lives. These numbers serve as a brutal reminder that the battle for gender equality is far from won, and that the fight against femicide must continue with unwavering determination and a healthy dose of that same rage you feel when your phone battery dies at 1%.
Cultural Practices
- In India, 20 women die every day as a result of harassment over a dowry
- In Pakistan, more than 1,000 women are killed in the name of honor each year
- In Afghanistan, 243 cases of honor killings were reported in 2015
- In Jordan, 21 women were victims of honor killings in 2018
- In Iraq, at least 50 women were victims of honor killings in 2018
Interpretation
These chilling statistics paint a stark picture of the reality facing women in South Asia and the Middle East. It's a tragic testament to the deep-rooted societal issues surrounding gender-based violence and the oppression of women in the region. The fact that women are paying with their lives for something as trivial as dowry disputes or perceived breaches of honor is not just heart-wrenching but a damning indictment of the systemic misogyny that persists in these societies. It's a stark reminder that progress towards gender equality is not just a lofty goal but an urgent imperative.
Gender-Based Violence
- In Morocco, 6.1 million women have experienced some form of violence
- In Tunisia, 47% of women have experienced violence in their lifetime
- In Indonesia, 33% of women aged 15-64 have experienced physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime
Interpretation
These statistics paint a grim yet undeniable portrait of the pervasive shadow of violence that eclipses the lives of women around the world. From North Africa to Southeast Asia, the numbers speak volumes about the urgent need for societies to confront and eradicate the insidious culture of gender-based violence. It's a sobering reminder that progress towards gender equality requires not just rhetoric, but concrete and collective actions to dismantle the patriarchal structures that enable such atrocities. As we navigate through this landscape of staggering numbers, let us not be overwhelmed, but rather inspired to take meaningful steps towards a world where every woman can live free from fear and violence.
Global Prevalence
- In 2017, 87,000 women were intentionally killed worldwide
Interpretation
It appears that mankind's deep-seated fear of female power and autonomy has manifested in the most tragic of outcomes globally in 2017, with a staggering 87,000 women falling victim to femicide. This harrowing statistic serves as a brutal reminder of the entrenched societal structures that perpetuate violence against women, demanding urgent and unwavering action towards dismantling the toxic systems that allow such atrocities to persist unchecked. It is clear that the fight for gender equality must transcend rhetoric and transform into concrete measures that protect and empower women worldwide.
Intimate Partner Violence
- Globally, 137 women are killed by a family member every day
- 58% of women killed worldwide were murdered by intimate partners or family members
- In the United States, 3 women are murdered every day by a current or former male partner
- In the UK, 2 women are killed every week by a current or former partner
- In Australia, one woman is killed every 9 days by a current or former partner
- In France, 146 women were killed by their partner or ex-partner in 2019
- In Russia, 5,000 women die annually from domestic violence
- In Italy, 142 women were killed in 2018, 78% of them by family members
- In Spain, 55 women were killed by their partners or ex-partners in 2019
- In Egypt, 35% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner
- In Saudi Arabia, there were 1,545 cases of domestic violence reported in 2018
- In the United Arab Emirates, 50% of women have experienced some form of domestic violence
- In China, 30% of married women have experienced domestic violence
- In Japan, 31.3% of women have experienced intimate partner violence
- In South Korea, 80.5% of victims of intimate partner homicide are women
- In the Philippines, 1 in 4 women aged 15-49 has experienced physical, sexual, or emotional violence by their partner
- In Vietnam, 58% of women have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from their partners
- In Thailand, 44% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner
- In Malaysia, 9% of women have experienced domestic violence
- In Papua New Guinea, 67% of women have experienced domestic violence
- In Fiji, 64% of women have experienced intimate partner violence
- In New Zealand, 35% of women have experienced physical or sexual intimate partner violence in their lifetime
- In Sweden, 28% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a current or former partner
- In Norway, 27% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Denmark, 32% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Finland, 30% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a current or former partner
- In Iceland, 22% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In the Netherlands, 25% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Belgium, 24% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Germany, 22% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Austria, 13% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Switzerland, 10% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Greece, 19% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Portugal, 19% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Ireland, 15% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
- In Poland, 13% of women have experienced physical or sexual violence by a partner
Interpretation
Despite being well into the 21st century, these global femicide statistics serve as a harsh reminder that outdated attitudes and dangerous behaviors still persist in societies worldwide. From the United States to Russia, from Saudi Arabia to Australia, the alarming frequency with which women are killed by intimate partners or family members paints a grim picture of ongoing systemic issues. It's clear that simply acknowledging the problem is not enough – action, education, and societal change are urgently needed to protect and empower women everywhere. After all, no amount of statistics can measure the immeasurable loss of each woman's life cut short by senseless violence.
Legal Framework
- In Lebanon, there is no specific law against domestic violence
Interpretation
In Lebanon, where the beauty of the Mediterranean meets the darkness of archaic laws, the absence of specific legislation against domestic violence serves as a chilling reminder of a society grappling with its own shadows. Femicide statistics, like whispers in the wind, reveal a stark reality where women's lives are at the mercy of patriarchal norms left unchallenged. As the scales of justice teeter precariously, it is not only legislation that is lacking, but a collective will to confront and condemn the violence that haunts the homes of Lebanon. The silence of the law echoes loudly, demanding a reckoning with a past that continues to bleed into the present.
Regional Data
- In 2018, 3,529 women were victims of femicide in Latin America and the Caribbean
- In Europe, 3,443 women were killed by intimate partners or family members in 2018
Interpretation
These stark statistics reveal a grim reality: women are more likely to die at the hands of those closest to them than at the mercy of strangers. It seems that for some, love and family have become synonymous with control and violence. As the numbers climb in both Latin America and Europe, it's clear that the battle against femicide is far from won. It's high time we debunk the myth of danger lurking in the dark alleys, and shine a light on the real threat hiding in our homes and hearts.
