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1 Oct

Combatting Rape: A Critical Analysis of France’s National Legal Frameworks Through International and European Standards

This report critically assesses France’s legal response to rape, comparing its national frameworks with international and European standards. Despite notable progress in addressing sexual violence, shortcomings remain in French legislation, which does not fully meet the obligations outlined in international conventions such as CEDAW and the Istanbul Convention. The analysis identifies key areas for reform to improve victim protection, ensure justice, and uphold France’s commitments under human rights law

31 Aug

Cyberviolence Against Women at the Dawn of the Development of Artificial Intelligence

The digital revolution has transformed violence against women and girls, giving rise to cyberviolence that complements existing physical and psychological threats. Despite numerous conventions addressing gender-based violence, cyberviolence remains largely unintegrated into international law, even though studies show that a significant percentage of women and girls experience online harassment more than in real life. This report explores the legal framework surrounding online gender-based violence, various forms of cyberviolence, and the impact of Artificial Intelligence on its escalation, highlighting the urgent need to address these issues to protect women's rights and promote their digital participation.

1 Jul

Navigating Populism: Women’s Struggle for Political Representation

In recent decades, the growing representation of women in politics has brought both progress and backlash, with feminist demands increasingly recognised by institutions. However, the rise of populist parties around the world has weaponised these gains, using feminist rhetoric to push regressive, gendered agendas that ultimately threaten women's rights and those of minority groups. As this report explores, the manipulative instrumentalisation of feminist causes by populist leaders underscores how deeply women's rights and democratic principles are intertwined, with neither being able to thrive in the absence of the other.

30 Jun

Women’s Rights in Afghanistan: A Periodic Review

Afghanistan's women are facing severe setbacks in their rights following the Taliban's return to power, which has led to significant restrictions on education, freedom of movement, and overall well-being. This report examines the complex history and current state of women's rights in Afghanistan, highlighting their resilience and ongoing struggle for dignity amidst oppressive policies. The resurgence of the Taliban has reignited global concern for women's rights, emphasising the urgent need for international support and solidarity in safeguarding their fundamental rights and empowering them for a just future.

14 May

Women in Gaza

The report focuses on the situation of Palestinian women in Gaza, specifically addressing gender-based violence (GBV), health challenges, and how it fits into International Humanitarian Law (IHL). The situation in […]

1 Feb

Analysing the British Criminal Justice System from a Women’s Rights Perspective

Violence against women is a widespread and unpunished human rights violation, with one woman killed by a man every three days in the UK. The UK’s legal and criminal justice […]

21 Aug

Child Early and Forced Marriage as Woman’s Rights Violation: A Common Reality in Niger, Bangladesh and the Dominican Republic

Despite global efforts to reduce Child, Early, and Forced Marriage (CEFM), its eradication by 2030 remains unlikely due to economic challenges, gender stereotypes, and patriarchal norms. Progress towards ending CEFM […]

1 Apr

Online Gender Based Violence: Implications, Developments and the Legal Framework

The report delves into the pressing issue of online gender-based violence (OGBV), highlighting its various forms, such as cyberstalking and harassment, and its impact on women’s safety and participation in […]

30 Nov

The Interview of Nazley Sharif South Africa’s Shadow Deputy Minister of Women Youth and Persons with Disabilities

It aims to spotlight overlooked violations and advancements in women’s rights globally, recognizing these issues as transnational and universal. Gender-based violence and femicide, identified as a global pandemic affecting one […]

14 Apr

Gender Based Violence in Cuidad Juárez, Mexico

Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, is a dangerous city plagued by drug trafficking, violence, and corruption. The Cotton Field Case, a 2009 incident, serves as a symbol of the Inter-American Court of […]

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