SSDO Unveils Comprehensive Report on ‘Mapping Gender-Based Violence in Pakistan: District-Level Analysis of Rape, Kidnapping, and Honor Killings’
Islamabad, September 30, 2024 — The Sustainable Social Development Organization (SSDO) has released a groundbreaking report, "Mapping Gender-Based Violence in Pakistan: District-Level Analysis of Rape, Kidnapping, and Honor Killings", which offers a deep dive into the alarming scale of gender-based violence (GBV) across Pakistan’s provinces. The report was launched at event held at the National Press Club in Islamabad, bringing together key stakeholders, including policymakers, gender experts, and members of civil society.
The report, based on data sourced from provincial police departments via Right to Information (RTI) requests, analyses GBV cases reported in Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan during 2023. It highlights the stark reality of underreporting and emphasizes ...