We must undertake progressive, aggressive prevention measures and challenge s...

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We must undertake progressive, aggressive prevention measures and challenge societal norms that portray girls as less valuable than boys, causing them to develop low self-esteem and self-worth, thus further contributing to the cycle. We also need to prosecute perpetrators and hold them accountable for their actions in conflict-related sexual violence.

PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:

Protection

Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

Justice, Rule of Law and Security Sector Reform

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