While many stories have come to light, many voices are still silenced, many stories remain unheard, and many never reach our social media feeds. This key message underscored through deeply personal and powerful stories shared at the regional commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. On an average, one in three women worldwide experiences some form of violence or abuse during her lifetime. Regional Director, UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, Anna-Karin Jatfors said. "We are honoring the survivors, activists, and women's rights advocates who have been bravely telling their stories to prevent and end violence against women.

Source: Dhaka Tribune November 23, 2018 17:37 UTC