violence against women and girls (VAWG)

A broad category of violence that affects women and girls. A broad category of crimes and harmful behaviours that disproportionately affect women and girls. Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). A focus area within the Surrey Community Safety Agreement. A specific priority area within community safety, referring to criminal offenses motivated by prejudice against a particular group. Crimes motivated by prejudice against a person's race, religion, sexual orientation, or other characteristic. Violence and abuse directed at women and girls.