Violence against women and trans people is worse than previously thought, new research finds

By: Jasmine Mithani - The 19th, Mariel Padilla

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: September 17, 2026

Words: 742

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 4 days ago

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This story was originally reported by Jasmine Mithani and Mariel Padilla of The 19th. Meet Jasmine and Mariel and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy.

Violence against women and trans people is worse than previously thought, according to new research released Wednesday from Tulane University and University of California, San Diego.

Nearly two-thirds of women have experienced abuse from a spouse or romantic partner, known as …

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