In a stirring response to the UN framework addressing sex-based violence, twenty-three human rights organisations and individuals, including the renowned Amnesty International, voiced their deep concerns. Their report, titled “Forms of Sex-Based Violence Against Women and Girls: New Frontiers and Emerging Issues,” follows a call for contributions ahead of the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council led by the UN Special Rapporteur.
Human rights groups, including Amnesty International, raised alarms over the UN’s shift from ‘gender-based’ to ‘sex-based’ violence in a new report. They argue this change undermines decades of progress and fails to recognise diverse identities. The organisations advocate for a gender-based framework rooted in social structures to combat discrimination and violence effectively.
Ultimately, maintaining a gender-based framework is critical for effectively tackling violence against women and girls. The sweeping redefinition could undermine decades of advocacy for acknowledging diverse identities and experiences. By embracing an inclusive and evidence-driven approach, we can better address the complexities of human rights violations in contemporary society, ensuring protection for all individuals irrespective of their identity.
Original Source: www.jurist.org
