In the Pacific, almost two-thirds of women and girls experience violence at the hand of a family member or intimate partner. In Papua New Guinea, the statistics are even more grim, with a woman beaten every 30 seconds.
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Polygamy has a long history in parts of Papua New Guinea. But some say this practice has evolved into something that harms women, causes violence and robs children of the care and resources they need.
Polygamy has a long history in parts of Papua New Guinea. But some say this practice has evolved into something that harms women, causes violence and robs children of the care and resources they need.
Polygamy has a long history in parts of Papua New Guinea. But some say this practice has evolved into something that harms women, causes violence and robs children of the care and resources they need.