What Works to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls Evidence Reviews

Dr Emma Fulu contributed as a consultant to the State of the Field of Research on Violence Against Women and Girls report, produced under the What Works to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls Programme — a flagship initiative by the UK Department for International Development (DFID) that invested £25 million over five years in evidence-based prevention.

This report provides a comprehensive global overview of research on violence against women and girls, synthesising findings from multiple disciplines and regions to identify what is known about prevalence, drivers, and effective interventions.

It highlights key gaps in evidence and prioritises research areas for the next phase of prevention efforts, serving as an essential resource for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers aiming to develop programs that address the root causes of gender-based violence and promote systemic change.