YWCA says rates of violence against young women in the Pacific ‘unacceptable’

Across the Pacific region, high rates of violence against women and children, unstable political environments and ethnic conflict continue to undermine peace and security – compromising the safety of individuals, families and entire populations. On the eve of  International Youth Day ( August 12, 2011), the YWCA of Aotearoa New Zealand says it is time [...]