Gender-based violence (GBV) refers to harmful acts directed at individuals based on their gender. It encompasses physical, sexual, psychological, and economic harm, often rooted in unequal power dynamics and societal norms. GBV disproportionately affects women and girls but can impact any gender. It includes practices like female genital mutilation, honor killings, trafficking, and forced marriages.
Research:
We dedicated our efforts to raising awareness about gender-based violence, emphasizing its various forms, including Intimate Partner Violence (physical, emotional, or sexual abuse) and Non-Partner Sexual Violence (rape, assault, harassment, etc.). To strengthen our focus on eliminating violence against women, we collected relevant and reliable data from reputable sources such as BBC News, WHO, and the World Bank.
Moodboard:
To set the creative tone for this initiative, we developed a moodboard that defined the visual direction. We chose a tarot card style to present the information, using simple yet impactful visuals to explain complex issues with clarity and elegance.
Storytelling and Visual Design:To enhance engagement, we incorporated elements from the moodboard into our creative . By featuring specific examples and case studies, we showcased the real world impact of gender based violence. Our team of designers and data analysts collaborated to produce visually compelling data visualizations including charts, graphs, infographics, and interactive elements that effectively communicated key messages .
Intimate Partner Violence:
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread form of violence against women that includes physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, as well as controlling behaviors by current or former male intimate partners. While it occurs across all settings and social groups, women are disproportionately affected, and acts of violence by women often arise in self-defense or in same-sex relationships.
Non-Partner Sexual Violence (NPSV):
Non partner sexual voilence refers to sexual assault, coercion, or harassment by individuals who are not intimate partners, such as strangers or acquaintances. It affects people across all demographics, with women being the most common victims. The impact of NPSV can be profound, often resulting in severe psychological and physical harm. Addressing this issue requires focused prevention and survivor support systems.
The cycle of violence often begins in abusive households, where boys witnessing maternal abuse are more likely to perpetrate IPV, and girls are twice as likely to experience it later. Risks include polygamy and child marriage (before 18), both increasing IPV by 22%, while husbands’ excessive drinking raises the risk fivefold.
In countries where IPV is illegal, incidence is lower, but in places like Guinea, Mali, and Timor-Leste, where 75% justify wife beating, IPV risk rises by 45%. Conflict and displacement further exacerbate IPV, with displaced women in Colombia and Liberia facing 40% and 55% higher risk, respectively.
Intimate Partner Violence:
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread form of violence against women that includes physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, as well as controlling behaviors by current or former male intimate partners. While it occurs across all settings and social groups, women are disproportionately affected, and acts of violence by women often arise in self-defense or in same-sex relationships.
Non-Partner Sexual Violence (NPSV):
Non partner sexual voilence refers to sexual assault, coercion, or harassment by individuals who are not intimate partners, such as strangers or acquaintances. It affects people across all demographics, with women being the most common victims. The impact of NPSV can be profound, often resulting in severe psychological and physical harm. Addressing this issue requires focused prevention and survivor support systems.
The cycle of violence often begins in abusive households, where boys witnessing maternal abuse are more likely to perpetrate IPV, and girls are twice as likely to experience it later. Risks include polygamy and child marriage (before 18), both increasing IPV by 22%, while husbands’ excessive drinking raises the risk fivefold.
In countries where IPV is illegal, incidence is lower, but in places like Guinea, Mali, and Timor-Leste, where 75% justify wife beating, IPV risk rises by 45%. Conflict and displacement further exacerbate IPV, with displaced women in Colombia and Liberia facing 40% and 55% higher risk, respectively.
The cycle of violence often begins in abusive households, where boys witnessing maternal abuse are more likely to perpetrate IPV, and girls are twice as likely to experience it later. Risks include polygamy and child marriage (before 18), both increasing IPV by 22%, while husbands’ excessive drinking raises the risk fivefold.
In countries where IPV is illegal, incidence is lower, but in places like Guinea, Mali, and Timor-Leste, where 75% justify wife beating, IPV risk rises by 45%. Conflict and displacement further exacerbate IPV, with displaced women in Colombia and Liberia facing 40% and 55% higher risk, respectively.
Non-Partner Sexual Violence (NPSV):
Non partner sexual voilence refers to sexual assault, coercion, or harassment by individuals who are not intimate partners, such as strangers or acquaintances. It affects people across all demographics, with women being the most common victims. The impact of NPSV can be profound, often resulting in severe psychological and physical harm. Addressing this issue requires focused prevention and survivor support systems.
Intimate Partner Violence:
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread form of violence against women that includes physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, as well as controlling behaviors by current or former male intimate partners. While it occurs across all settings and social groups, women are disproportionately affected, and acts of violence by women often arise in self-defense or in same-sex relationships.
