EU has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to combat violence against women by adopting a decision on its accession to the Istanbul Convention. By joining the Istanbul Convention, the EU affirms its commitment to preventing violence, protecting victims, and prosecuting perpetrators. The decision underscores the EU’s recognition of violence against women as a grave violation of human rights and an issue requiring concerted action. With this adoption, the EU signals its determination to build a society where women and girls can live free from violence and discrimination. This decision is a clear message that the EU is actively prioritizing the elimination of gender-based violence and is taking steps to achieve this goal. Read more here.
Source: CE
