Sweden urges stronger action to end violence against women

A debate article published in Sweden argues that the country must intensify its efforts to prevent and combat violence against women. The author stresses that societal failure to protect women is a major public‑health and equality problem, calling for political will, adequate funding, and coordinated action across schools, social services, police and health care.

The piece highlights the need to implement the government’s national “zero‑vision” target for lethal gender‑based violence, urging concrete measures at the municipal level, early education on gender equality, and resources for rapid intervention. It also calls for addressing harmful masculine norms and supporting men and boys in prevention efforts.