Unfortunately, it is often women and children who suffer the most in armed co...
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Unfortunately, it is often women and children who suffer the most in armed conflict. In particular, the use of rape and sexual violence as a method of warfare is one of the most serious violations of international humanitarian law. While some positive steps have been taken at both the national and international levels in holding perpetrators to account, more efforts to address this issue must be pursued.
PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:
Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
Human Rights
Justice, Rule of Law and Security Sector Reform