Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Every ten minutes around the world, one woman or girl dies from domestic violence, according to a UN Women report. In 2023 alone, 85,000 women were killed, and 60% of these crimes were committed by their partners or relatives. “People of Baikal” have repeatedly told the stories of women who have faced violence and impunity for years - and how difficult it is to get help and protection. Today we remember several such stories.