LET'S END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN! YOUR VOICE CAN CHANGE LIVES!

25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This issue is not so often researched and covered by the media in Ukraine today, but the facts are the facts. The war brought not only the destruction of cities but also the intensification of human aggression, intolerance, and the "hidden war behind closed doors".

• The number of cases of domestic violence in Ukraine increased during the full-scale invasion.
• Thousands of women have become victims of sexual violence in war zones. It is also a weapon of terror used by the enemy.
• Internally displaced women remain particularly vulnerable as they find themselves in new realities without protection and support.

Violence is more than the infliction of physical pain, beatings, etc. It transforms or coexists with other forms of violence: it can be psychological, economic, or even digital. Women have the right to safety and dignity, and we can help.

Below are some useful contacts where you can and should go for help:

• National Hotline of the NGO "La Strada - Ukraine":
  • 0 800 500 335 (from a landline)
  • 116 123 (from a mobile phone)
  • Free, 24/7, anonymous.
• Psychological support hotline for women:
  • 0 800 505 085
  • Opening hours: 14:00-18:00 on weekdays.
• The "Mrs. Patroness" project in Dnipro supports women in the most difficult moments of their lives:
  • Help with housing, work, and solving urgent problems.
  • Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Mrs.Patroness/
  • Phone: 099-632-77-01

Why is this important? Every woman deserves to live without fear. Your reposting, liking, or sharing of this information is a step towards change. Do not be silent; support Help. Together, we can end this hidden war and create a world where every woman feels safe.