Protesters in Brazil chant during International Women's Day march
Brazilian police are hunting more than 30 men suspected of raping a teenage girl in Rio de Janeiro.
A video of the attack was also placed on social media.
The girl, who is 16 years old, believes she was drugged after going to her boyfriend's house on Saturday. She says she woke up in a different house, surrounded by the men.
Arrest warrants have been issued, including one for the boyfriend.
The assault has provoked an online campaign against what campaigners call 'a culture of rape' in Brazil.
The United Nations group UN Women, issued a statement calling for authorities to investigate the case. It urged respect for the victim and cautioned against further victimisation by invading her privacy.
Experts say many cases of rape in Brazil go unreported as victims fear retaliation, shame, and blame for the violence they have suffered.
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