CARE believes every person has the right to a life free from violence. We put equality between and men and the safety and dignity of women and girls at the center of what we do. Violence against women is a global problem of epidemic proportions that demands committed action and sustained resources.
For over two decades, CARE has been addressing the root causes driving violence against women and girls and supporting survivors. CARE’s Vision 2030 Strategy for a shared future puts forward a goal that 50 million women and girls experience greater equality – including eliminating violence, and increasing women and girls’ voice, leadership, and education. CARE works to address multiple forms of violence, including:
- Intimate partner violence
- Sexual violence, harassment, exploitation, and abuse
- Child, early, and forced marriage, and other harmful traditional practices
- Economic exploitation and exclusion of women and girls
Rates of violence against women and girls around the world rose dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fueled by the food crisis, this issue continues to worsen as a result of the compounding challenges of climate change, conflict, lack of resources, and increased costs.