Factors associated with experiencing sexual violence among female gender-based violence survivors in conflict-afflicted eastern Ukraine

This research article focuses on the increase in female gender-based non-domestic sexual violence and the characteristics of women who are survivors of this type of violence. This study aimed to examine patterns of sexual violence experienced by women living in areas of conflict, particularly of women who have been displaced as a result. The article showed that being internally displaced was a factor that increased the likelihood of sexual violence particularly by non-intimate partners (particularly perpetrators that are associated with combat operations). Furthermore, the report showed that women that have been displaced were less likely to seek help following sexual violence, not knowing where to get help listed as the most common reason as to why. The article ends with suggesting that prevention and outreach programs are crucial to address the needs of sexual violence survivors living in areas of conflict.