Definition of violence
MWR believe male violence against women and children is a global pandemic. Violence includes domestic violence, rape and sexual violence, sexual harassment, female genital mutilation, forced marriage, crimes in the name of honour, trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. Most violence against women and children is perpetrated by men, and predominantly by men that they know. The experience and impact of violence upon women and children constitutes a serious violation of human rights.
Violence devastates the lives of women, our families, and our communities. It also threatens to undermine efforts to bring about sustainable development. Therefore our campaign to end violence against women is an international struggle for female emancipation and liberty.