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Actor Johnny Depp reacts as he testifies in the courtroom during his defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard, at the Fairfax County Circuit Courthouse in Fairfax, Virginia, on May 25, 2022. - AFP

Women's Aid Organisation (WAO) Research and Advocacy officer Anis Farid expounds on what makes femicide seem like it is no cause for concern in the country.

University of Science Malaysia psychologist and criminologist (Forensic Science Programme, School of Health Sciences) Associate Professor Dr Geshina Ayu Mat Saat said the definition of femicide is constantly changing, which is why it is hard to pinpoint what exactly constitutes femicide - and how to prevent it.

Malaysians not only lack a nuanced understanding of violence, many women believe that the worst danger that could befall a woman is rape, and not murder.

Student Federation of India (SFI) and All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) activists hold placards during a protest against rape in India. - AFP

Gender-based violence and sexual violence are rampant in Indonesia, where abuse is often considered a private affair. - AFP

Johnny Depp is seen outside court for the start of a civil trial at Fairfax County Circuit Court on April 11, 2022 in Fairfax, Virginia. - AFP

Participants of the Creating Agents for Change programme.

A 15- year old girl believed to be a rape victim was charged at the Kemaman magistrate's court on Feb 15, with murdering her newborn baby. - Bernama Photo.

Indonesian teacher Herry Wirawan was sentenced to life in prison for raping 13 students. - AFP