Web resource:	https://www.unhcr.org/refworld/topic,4565c22535,459baf1b2,484e58702,0.html
Type:	Report
Title:	In-depth study on all forms of violence against women : report of the Secretary-General
Authors:	Division for the Advancement of Women of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs of the United Nations Secretariat
Keywords:	Sexual assault;Health;Measurement;Economic costs;Human rights
Year:	2006
Publisher:	United Nations, Division for the Advancement of Women, Department of Economic and Social Affairs, New York
Notes:	General Overview: In this report the United Nations Secretary-General presents the General Assembly’s in-depth study of all forms and manifestations of violence against women. It outlines the context, extent and prevalence of violence against women, as well as the gaps in available data, causes and consequences. Objective: The study aimed to (1) highlight the persistence and unacceptability of all forms of violence against women, (2) strengthen political commitment and joint efforts of stakeholders to address this issue, (3) identify ways to ensure sustained and effective implementation of state obligations to address violence against women and (4) increase state accountability around this issue. Methods: The study drew on current research and knowledge about violence against women at regional, national and global levels. This included information from member states, United Nations entities, human rights bodies, regional organisations, NGOs and online discussions. Consultations with member states and other stakeholders were conducted in 2005 and 2006. Violence against women was defined as violence directed against a women because she is a woman or violence that affects women disproportionately. * Section II provides an overview of violence against women, including the development of international awareness of the issue, the issue as a human rights violation, consequences of addressing the problem as a human rights issue and challenges and obstacles to achieving this * Section III sets out the historical and socio-cultural context in which violence against women takes place, considering causes of violence and implications of action against it * Section IV looks at the forms and consequences of violence against women, including health, social, intergenerational and economic costs * Section VII highlights promising practices in areas of law, service provision and prevention. It provides guiding principles to inform good practice and * Close the gaps between international standards and national laws, policies and practices * Build and sustain strong multisectoral strategies, coordinated nationally and locally and The report also recommended that intergovernmental bodies and United Nations entities undertake a stronger, more consistent and visible leadership role.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/19225
Physical description:	139 p.
Appears in Collections:	Reports

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