Gender-based violence (GBV) is a major public health problem that results in devastating effects on mental and reproductive health and emotional distress. Gender-based violence also perpetuates broader structural inequalities that limit social justice and equity.
Exploring Dimensions of Masculinity and Violence
- Countries: Bosnia and Herzegowina, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro
- Co-authors: International Centre for Research on Women
- Published: April 2007
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