In Latin America, women turn to apps to combat sexual violence
By DW
07 October 2019 |
6:00 am
Apps that alert friends and report a crime to authorities are increasingly popular in one of the world's most dangerous regions for women. However, the digital divide means fewer options for those without smartphones.
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