Why does violence happen?

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A lot of violence against women happens because women are not treated equally to men.

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Different attitudes can lead to violence against women.

Attitudes are what you think, feel and believe.

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Men and boys might:

  • accept violence against women
  • not do anything to stop it.

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Men and boys might think it’s good to:

  • control women
  • not treat women with respect.