In an era where progress towards gender equality is often celebrated, we must confront an inconvenient truth: violence against women remains a global epidemic that demands urgent action. The European Union (EU), as one of the world's most significant political and economic entities, has both the responsibility and the power to lead the charge in eliminating this violence. But despite years of policy advancements, the fight is far from over. In fact, gender-based violence is on the rise in many places, online and offline.