Sexual violence

Incidence

An NGO report on Peru listed prevalent sexual violence against adult women as marital rape; sexual assault by both acquaintances and stranger; sexual assault and forced sex in the workplace; and rape and abuse of women in prison and in the emergency zones committed by the military and insurgents involved in armed conflict; under sexual violence against juveniles it referred to incest and incest rape. Only 10 to 30 percent of sexual assualts were ever reported.

Claim

Sexual violence is a devastating and urgent crisis that demands immediate attention. It destroys lives, shatters trust, and perpetuates cycles of trauma and fear. Ignoring or minimizing this issue is unacceptable—every individual deserves safety and respect. Society must confront sexual violence head-on, support survivors, and hold perpetrators accountable. Only through collective action and unwavering commitment can we hope to end this pervasive and deeply damaging problem.