1.

Physical violence - This includes acts of physical aggression such as hitting, kicking, slapping,
and other forms of physical abuse.

2. Sexual violence - This includes any form of non-consensual sexual activity such as rape,
sexual assault, and harassment.

3. Emotional or psychological violence - This refers to the use of manipulation, threats,

intimidation, and other forms of emotional abuse to control and degrade women.

4. Economic violence - This involves restricting a woman's access to financial resources or

using economic dependency as a means of control and coercion.
2. . Gender inequality: Societal norms and traditional gender roles that devalue or subordinate
women can perpetuate violence against them.

2. Patriarchal attitudes: A culture that prioritizes men's power and control over women can
contribute to the perpetuation of violence against women.

3. Economic dependence: Women who are financially dependent on their abusers may have
limited options for leaving a violent relationship, leading to continued abuse.

4. Lack of legal protection: In some countries, laws may not adequately protect women from
domestic violence or other forms of abuse.

5. Cultural attitudes: Certain cultural beliefs and practices may condone or normalize
violence against women, making it more difficult for victims to seek help.

6. Lack of access to education and resources: Women who do not have access to education
or support services may be more vulnerable to experiencing violence without the means to
escape it.

7. Victim blaming: Society's tendency to blame victims for their own abuse can prevent
survivors from seeking help and perpetuate a culture of silence around violence against
women.

8. Trauma and mental health issues: Experiencing trauma from past instances of violence or
living with mental health issues can make it harder for survivors to leave abusive situations,
perpetuating the cycle of abuse.

9. Power dynamics in relationships: Unequal power dynamics in relationships, where one

partner exerts control over the other, can lead to ongoing patterns of abuse and coercion.

10. Lack of accountability: Perpetrators often go unpunished for their actions due to societal
tolerance, inadequate legal systems, or lack of reporting by victims out of fear or shame.
It is important for society as a whole - including individuals, communities, governments, and
organizations -to address these factors in order to effectively combat violence against 1.
Educate and empower women about their rights and available resources to protect
themselves from violence.

2. Encourage women to speak out against violence and report any incidents to the
authorities.

3. Promote self-defense training for women to help them protect themselves in dangerous
situations.

4. Provide access to safe housing and support services for women who are in abusive
relationships.

5. Increase awareness and education about the signs of domestic violence so that women
can recognize and avoid potentially abusive relationships.

6. Advocate for stricter laws and harsher penalties for perpetrators of violence against
women.

7. Support programs that promote gender equality and challenge traditional attitudes
towards gender roles that perpetuate violence against women.

8. Encourage bystander intervention training so that individuals can help prevent or

intervene in situations where they see violence occurring.

9. Provide access to counseling, mental health services, and support groups for survivors of
violence against women.

10. Support organizations that work towards ending all forms of violence against women
through advocacy, community outreach, education, and supportwomen.