Stat of the week: In 2019, over half of women aged 15 to 64 in Kiribati reported experiencing physical violence from their partner at least once in their lifetime

In 2019, over half of women aged 15 to 64 in Kiribati reported experiencing physical violence from their partner at least once in their lifetime.

The Pacific region has some of the highest rates of violence against women and girls recorded in the world. The most widespread form of violence against Pacific women relates to intimate partner violence and/or domestic violence.

SPC is observing the 25th International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on 25 November as part of the 16 Days campaign. Explore more on gender statistics through the Gender Dashboard on the Pacific Data Hub.

For more information, visit the Pacific Data Hub and our Gender Dashboard.