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Crises increase harm and risks for women and girls.

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Crisis puts women and girls at a greater risk of abuse and violence. In 2015 for example, an increase in exposure to sexual assault and sex exploitation brought by socioeconomic constraints during the Ebola outbreak were observed. The compromised social protection mechanisms due to diverted resources played a role in the said incidence. In this time of COVID-19 crisis, it is critical that women and girls are given protection even in community quarantines as this measure to protect them from the virus exposes them to another form of harm, a lasting or even a fatal one should there be no lines of help offered at all.

If you are experiencing any of these forms of violence, remember that you are not alone. Stand up, seek help, and speak up for yourself or for others.  Please contact the following offices immediately for any reports:

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