A frontal attack to social cohesion.




Conflict-related sexual violence undermines social cohesion by destroying community bonds and leaving lasting trauma for survivors and their families. Many survivors remain silent due to fear of reprisals, lack of support, and the stigma placed on them instead of the perpetrators.

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