Overview
- On Tuesday, the Red Nacional de Refugios (RNR) launched “La violencia contra las mujeres no es parte del juego” to warn of rising gender‑based and family violence tied to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- RNR says its network of more than 52 attention centers will provide free, specialized accompaniment to Mexican and foreign women who face violence during the tournament.
- The campaign draws on UN Women findings that large sporting events can raise emergency calls by up to 30 percent and on SESNSP data showing Ciudad de México, Nuevo León and Jalisco have high rates of family violence.
- RNR is coordinating digital materials and shared support routes with shelter networks in the United States and Canada and is collecting testimonies from athletes, activists and survivors to drive public awareness.
- The group criticized World Cup planning that prioritizes infrastructure and tourism and urged permanent public policies, sustained budgets and cross‑sector protections so prevention and care are not limited to the event period.