Ways to Stop Violence Against Women

Create laws and enforce existing laws that protect women from discrimination and violence, including rape, beatings, verbal abuse, mutilation, torture, “honor” killings and trafficking.
Educate community members on their responsibilities under international and national human rights laws.
Promote the peaceful resolution of disputes by including the perspectives of women and girls.
Strengthen women’s ability to earn money and support their households by providing skills training for women.
Sensitize the public to the disadvantages of early and forced child marriages.
Highlight the value of girls’ education and of women’s participation in economic development.
Encourage women to participate in the political process and educate the public about the value of women’s votes.
Raise public awareness of the poor conditions some women face, particularly in rural areas. Source
Young African Leaders Initiative