Study reveals rise in cyber violence against Tunisian women

The Tunisian Association of Democratic Women (TADW) has reported an increasing number of women seeking support for cyber violence, according to association President Raja Dahmani.

Speaking to Radio Mozaique FM today, Dahmani highlighted findings from a recent UN Women study showing that 60% of Tunisian women face cyber violence, including sexual harassment (31%), bullying (24%), stalking (24%), and hacking (23%). The study revealed that 71% of incidents occurred on Facebook.

Globally, three-quarters of women using the internet experience cyber violence, according to the UN Population Fund. In Arab countries, 70% of female human rights activists report feelings of fear and insecurity.

Dahmani cited challenges in addressing these crimes, including lengthy judicial procedures and difficulties in evidence collection.

She urged full implementation of Law 58 on violence against women and children, alongside updates to the Communications Code to strengthen penalties.

She also called for enhanced training for judges and security officers and adaptation of current laws to constitutional provisions.

The TADW is currently gathering data for a comprehensive study on cyber violence against women in Tunisia.