The classic feminist phrase “We are not all here, the dead are missing” is often seen on protest signs against violence towards women. In 2025, 21 women and two children died in Portugal due to domestic violence, marking the highest number of victims since 2022. While many countries have specific laws for femicide, in Portugal, men are charged with aggravated homicide instead. A recent proposal by the People-Animals-Nature Party (PAN) to classify femicide as a distinct crime was rejected in parliament. Advocates argue that visibility and legal recognition are crucial for addressing gender-based violence, with calls for more effective prevention measures and societal change.