Bel Isi PNG has expressed the recent number of tragic and brutal sexual assaults and murders of women in Port Moresby as appalling as well as the ongoing level of family violence perpetrated against women in Papua New Guinea. Bel isi has strongly condemn these acts of crime and has called upon the government to lead all sectors of society including private sector, community leaders, law enforcement and individuals to take immediate, decisive action to address the increasingly escalating issue of violence against women and girls. “We urge for the implementation of stronger legal protections, prosecution of perpetrators, more accessible support systems for survivors, and the creation of awareness programs that challenge harmful gender norms and attitudes.” “This appalling epidemic is inflicting devastating harm on women, families, and communities nationwide and has significant impacts to our ability to develop and enjoy a just and safe Papua New Guinea for all.” The escalating prevalence of family and sexual violence, gender-based violence and sorcery accusation-related violence is at crisis point in which cannot be turned away. Furthermore, Bel isi PNG has worked extensively with their private sector subscribers and partners as well as government partners to address family and sexual violence using the workforce as an entry point but is still in need for many more to join in taking up this challenge. “We extend our deepest sympathies to the families who have tragically lost their daughters, sisters, and mothers to these senseless crimes.”