Violence against women and adolescent girls remains a deeply entrenched issue in the Americas, according to a recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO). The findings, released in conjunction with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on November 25, highlight the alarming lack of progress in addressing this pervasive problem. Data spanning from 2000 to 2023 reveals that despite heightened awareness and the implementation of multisectoral policies and health service interventions, the reduction in violence has been minimal. Intimate partner violence continues to be the most prevalent form of abuse, with rates showing little change over the past two decades. Britta Baer, an advisor at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), emphasized that the stigma and shame surrounding sexual violence often deter victims from reporting incidents, suggesting that the actual figures are likely far higher than those documented. This underscores the urgent need for more effective strategies and societal shifts to combat this enduring crisis.