Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has labeled violence against women a 'national crisis' following the alleged murders of 26 women by men in early 2023.

Nationwide protests demand stronger laws against gender-related violence in light of the increasing number of female murder victims.

While there have been reductions in overall homicide rates, violence against women persists, and prevention strategies have yet to show strong success.

Reports of domestic violence and sexual assault have risen, suggesting more victims are coming forward, despite the overall homicide rate being 52% lower than in 1989/90.

Indigenous Australians face a significantly higher risk of homicide, with rates approximately seven times greater than those of non-Indigenous people.

The government plans a special meeting to develop preventative measures against male violence towards women, focusing on online harms and tracking high-risk offenders.

Prime Minister Albanese's handling of the protests and a controversial incident at a domestic violence rally have drawn criticism and sparked debate on his approach.

Experts call for addressing underlying issues such as alcohol abuse, gambling, and children's exposure to pornography to effectively tackle violence against women.

An urgent national cabinet meeting is to convene focusing on prevention strategies, including combating online harms and information sharing about high-risk individuals.