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Sunday is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

1 in 3 women has experienced physical or sexual violence – often at the hands of their partner. Yet, 49 countries don’t have laws criminalizing domestic violence.

In 37 countries rape perpetrators are exempt from prosecution if they are married to or subsequently marry the victim.

Join people around the world sharing stories story of gender based violence: http://bit.ly/2TvXtyx

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