¨ Five out of six of us will be victims of a violent crime at least once in our lives.

¨ Nine out of 10 people worldwide who are infected with HIV do not know their disease status.

¨ Hate crimes committed against gays, lesbians, and bisexuals increased almost 60 percent between 1991 and 1997.

¨ Women earn 74 cents for every $1 earned by men.

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Sources: United States Department of Justice, Business Leaders for Sensible Priorities, Federal Bureau of Investigations, United Nations Project on AIDS, National Organization for Women, Environmental Almanac.