On the occasion of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the UN Secretary-General called violence against women a horrific violation of human rights and a major obstacle to sustainable development.
"Violence against women is a horrific violation of human rights, a public health crisis, and a major obstacle to sustainable development.
This year's theme of the UNITE campaign - "Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls," calls on all of us to take action," he said.
November 25 is observed as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
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