This important title examines exploitation and acts of violence against women and girls, from trafficking and murder to sexual and domestic abuse. Readers will study the reasons why women and girls are made the victims of violence on a global scale, and consider the ways that such violence can be combatted. Taken beyond coverage by the media, readers will see and understand the real lives affected by this violencedispelling the idea that it only happens in certain areas or circumstances. Debate sidebars and critical thinking questions encourage understanding of different perspectives and encourage readers to examine violence against women in their own communities, nations, and the world.

Includes index.

A violation of human rights -- The longer view -- Who and why? -- Grooming of young girls -- How common is grooming? -- Behind closed doors -- Missing women in mexico -- What is human trafficking? -- Extreme oppression -- Shooting of a school girl -- Should others interfere? -- Body control -- Forced abortion -- How does the media act? -- Weapon of war -- Mass rape of women -- What are the effects? -- Challenging violence -- Gang rape in delhi -- Who was to blame? -- Taking action against -- Violence -- Glossary -- Index.