16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence
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As part of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence, we are raising awareness of International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women today (Saturday 25th November).
Shocking statistics show that almost one in three women have been subjected to physical and/or sexual violence at least once in their life.
Violence against women manifests in many ways, including:
- Sexual violence and harassment
- Stalking
- Honour based abuse
- Psychological abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Human trafficking
- Female genital mutilation
- Forced marriage
- Financial abuse
If you may be suffering from abuse of this kind please contact Cleveland Police on 101 or always call 999 in an emergency.
A list of support organisations can also be found online here: Support organisations for victims of domestic violence | Cleveland Police