Cecchettin's sister, Elena, has denounced the patriarchy and rape culture that she says is prevalent in Italy, emphasizing the urgent need for societal change if tragedies like this are to be prevented.
According to official statistics, a woman is killed every three days in Italy, reflecting a societal issue where traditional gender roles persist and male violence against women is often downplayed.
The stabbing of Giulia Cecchettin cast a grim spotlight on femicide in Italy, where victims are predominantly murdered by their current or former partners, sparking outrage and calls for systemic change.
Activists are hopeful this tragic case will be a turning point in addressing women's rights, as hundreds of thousands demonstrated for cultural change across Italian cities on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
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