Women in Iraq are sharing personal accounts of abuse in an effort to highlight sexual violence, despite social pressure, isolation and fears for their safety.
Those involved say speaking about their experiences can carry serious personal risks. Some women have faced death threats, while others describe the consequences of being separated or excluded from their communities.
Their accounts are intended to draw attention to the wider issue of sexual violence and the difficulties faced by women who try to discuss it openly. The source material does not identify the women involved or provide details of individual cases.
The reported threats and social pressure underline the risks associated with challenging silence around abuse in Iraq. No official response or details of any investigations are included in the available material.
The latest information indicates that women continue to share their stories despite safety concerns, in an attempt to keep the issue of sexual violence in public view.
