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Violence against women.

Gunilla Krantz1, Claudia Garcia-Moreno

  • 1Centre for Health Equity Studies, CHESS, Stockholm University/Karolinska Institute, SE-106 91 Stockholm, Sweden. gunilla.krantz@chess.su.se

Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health
|September 17, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Violence against women is a global public health issue and human rights violation. This glossary defines terms related to interpersonal violence against women and girls for research and policy.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Human Rights
  • Gender Studies

Background:

  • Violence against women (VAW) is a significant global public health problem.
  • VAW is recognized as a violation of human rights with widespread implications.
  • It is a major risk factor for adverse physical and mental health outcomes in women.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define various forms of interpersonal violence directed at women and girls.
  • To explain key terms and concepts central to VAW research and policy.
  • To provide a resource for understanding and addressing VAW.

Main Methods:

  • Glossary development
  • Literature review of VAW research
  • Synthesis of key terminology

Main Results:

  • Comprehensive definitions of interpersonal violence forms against women and girls.
  • Explanation of core concepts used in VAW studies and policy-making.
  • A structured glossary for accessible understanding.

Conclusions:

  • Standardized terminology is crucial for effective VAW research and intervention.
  • This glossary facilitates clearer communication and policy development on VAW.
  • Understanding terminology is a vital step in addressing this public health crisis.

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