Duchess of Edinburgh visits exhibition on sexual violence in conflict

The Duchess of Edinburgh undertook a poignant and significant engagement today, visiting the Unsilenced: Sexual Violence in Conflict exhibition at the Imperial War Museum (IWM) in London. 

Her visit underscores her longstanding commitment to advocating for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence and raising awareness about these often-overlooked atrocities.

The Unsilenced exhibition, the first major UK exhibition dedicated to this subject.

It features powerful personal testimonies, historical case studies, and artistic representations that shed light on the experiences of survivors and the systemic use of sexual violence as a weapon of war. 

During her visit, the Duchess viewed exhibits highlighting instances of sexual violence across various conflicts, including the experiences of 'comfort women' during World War II, the atrocities committed against Yazidi women by ISIS, and the abuse of prisoners at Abu Ghraib.

Her presence brings attention to the importance of confronting these difficult topics and supporting initiatives that aim to educate the public and drive systemic change.

The Unsilenced: Sexual Violence in Conflict exhibition is open to the public at the Imperial War Museum London until November 2, 2025.