Gender-based violence (GBV) manifests in various forms across global communities, affecting women disproportionately due to systemic vulnerabilities. Research highlights that such violence, particularly in conflict zones and IDP camps, often leads to early sexual debut and coerced sexual experiences among girls and women. The review emphasizes how GBV exploits gender norms to inflict physical, emotional, and psychological harm, with crisis situations intensifying its prevalence, especially in cases involving female survivors and male perpetrators.
