VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

Violence against women and girls is a hidden global crisis which knows no boundaries of
geography or culture. But, marginalized women, such as poor women and girls, are most likely to
experience it, most often at the hands of their husband or partners. It is one of the most widespread
violations of human rights and has long-term devastating effects on the lives of women, their
communities and wider society. It is time to say 'enough is enough'. We want violence against women
and girls is one of the most significant barriers to our mission to end poverty.

Violence locks women and girls into poverty. It limits women's choices, their ability to access
education, earn a living and participate in political and public life. Poverty exposes them to further
violence and a lack of options when violence occur.