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How many women and girls globally have undergone FGM?
How many women and girls globally have undergone FGM?
- 200 million (correct)
- 30 million
- 750 million
- 1 million
What is the current rate of girls between 15-19 who are subjected to FGM in the 30 countries where the practice is concentrated?
What is the current rate of girls between 15-19 who are subjected to FGM in the 30 countries where the practice is concentrated?
- 1 in 2 girls
- 1 in 3 girls (correct)
- 1 in 4 girls
- 1 in 5 girls
How many countries lack laws protecting women from domestic violence?
How many countries lack laws protecting women from domestic violence?
- 49 countries (correct)
- 59 countries
- 39 countries
- 18 countries
What percentage of women and girls have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner within the last 12 months?
What percentage of women and girls have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner within the last 12 months?
What is the current representation of women in national parliaments worldwide?
What is the current representation of women in national parliaments worldwide?
Flashcards
Global FGM prevalence
Global FGM prevalence
Globally, approximately 200 million women and girls have undergone Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
FGM rate among girls (15-19)
FGM rate among girls (15-19)
In 30 countries where FGM is concentrated, 1 in 3 girls between 15-19 have been subjected to FGM.
Countries lacking DV protection laws
Countries lacking DV protection laws
49 countries lack laws to protect women from domestic violence, leaving them vulnerable to abuse.
Recent intimate partner violence rate
Recent intimate partner violence rate
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Women's representation in parliaments
Women's representation in parliaments
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Study Notes
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
- Over 200 million women and girls globally have undergone Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
- In the 30 countries where FGM is concentrated, approximately 21% of girls aged 15-19 have been subjected to FGM.
Domestic Violence Legislation
- 37 countries currently lack laws specifically protecting women from domestic violence.
Violence Against Women
- Within the last 12 months, about 18% of women and girls have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner.
Women's Representation in Politics
- Women hold approximately 26% of seats in national parliaments worldwide, reflecting ongoing gender disparities in political representation.
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