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Seven in ten women in public life report experiencing online violence, and four in ten women journalists, activists, influencers, and human rights defenders say they have faced offline attacks linked to digital abuse—evidence that violence against women in these fields has reached a tipping point.

This publication explores the growing surge of online abuse faced by women in the public sphere—and how digital attacks are increasingly leading to real-world harm. Drawing on global survey findings, it shows how social media, misinformation, and new AI technologies are intensifying risks for women human rights defenders, activists, and journalists. It offers clear insights and calls for stronger protections to ensure women can participate safely and freely in public life.

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