Domestic Violencev
Trafficking in Womenv
Sexual Harassmentv
Sexual Assaultv
Global Violence against Women and Girlsv
General Information>
Best Practices>
Law and Policy>
Ongoing Developments
Forms of Domestic Violence>
Theories of Violence>
Prevalence of Domestic Violence
Effects of Domestic Violence>
Women's Use of Violence
Dating Violence
Stalking
Animal Abuse and Domestic Violence
LGBTQ Domestic Violence
Evolution of Theories of Violence
Other Causes and Complicating Factors
Myths About Alcohol
Health Effects
Effects on Children
Community Costs of Domestic Violence
HIV/AIDS and Other STIs
Domestic Violence and Housing>
Resources for Domestic Violence and Housing Issues
Coordinated Community Response>
Victim Protection, Support and Assistance>
Law Enforcement, Prosecutions and the Judiciary>
Orders for Protection
Child Custody and Family Law Issues>
Batterers' Intervention Programs>
Lobbying and Community Education
Benefits of Coordination
Adapting the Duluth Model
Goals and Strategies of Intervention
Community Response Participants
Advocacy Guidelines
Advocacy Approaches
Lethal and Extremely Dangerous Behavior
Lethality Assessments
Safety Planning
Shelters and Safehouses
Crisis Centers and Hotlines
Mediation>
Role of Health Care Providers>
Screening for Domestic Violence
Shuttle or Separate Mediation
Power Balancing
Research and Reports on Mediation
Confidentiality and Support
Screening and Referral
Documentation and Reporting
Creating a Health Care Response
Role of Police>
Role of Prosecutors>
Forensic Medical Systems
Judiciary>
Law Enforcement Reform
Determining the Predominant Aggressor
Officer-Involved Domestic Violence
Prosecutorial Reform
Judicial Responses to Domestic Violence
Specialized Domestic Violence Court Systems
Court Monitoring Programs
Domestic Fatality Review Boards
Child Custody Issues>
Divorce
Role of Child Protection Services
Protective Orders and Child Custody
Divorce and Child Custody
Parenting Time and Domestic Violence
Child Protective Services and Domestic Violence
The Hague Convention and Domestic Violence
Resources
Counseling and Treatment
Starting a Batterers' Intervention Program
Influential US Batterers' Intervention Programs
Effectiveness of Batterers' Intervention Programs
History and Theories of Batterers' Intervention Programs in the USA
Batterers' Intervention Programs in CEE/FSU Countries
Best Practices for Batterers' Intervention Programs
United States Standards for Batterers' Intervention Programs
International Domestic Violence Law>
Regional Law and Standards>
Model Legislation
Sample National Domestic Violence Laws>
Protocols and Policies>
Methodology for Monitoring the Implementation of Domestic Violence Laws
Drafting Laws on Domestic Violence
UN Treaties on Domestic Violence
UN Resolutions on Domestic Violence
UN Conference Documents on Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence: Special Rapporteur
State Responsibility for Domestic Violence
International Domestic Violence Resources
European Union
Council of Europe - Istanbul Convention
Council of Europe - European Convention on Human Rights
Council of Europe - Resolutions
Organization of American States
Additional Resources
Surveys of National Laws
U.S. Law
Community Policies
Police Protocols
Prosecution Protocols
Health Care Protocols
Batterers' Intervention Programs
Protocols for Victim Support and Assistance
General Information>
Training and Advocacy>
Law and Policy>
Ongoing Developments
Sex Trafficking and Safe Harbor Resource Pack
What Is Trafficking in Women?>
Prevalence of Trafficking in Women
Causes and Contributing Factors>
Effects and Consequences>
Trafficking Routes
Trafficking Violates Women's Human Rights
The Evolution of the Definition of Trafficking
Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation
Debt Bondage and Trafficking in Women
Distinguishing Trafficking from Migration
Other Forms of Trafficking
Economic Factors
Demand for Women's Sexual Services
The Search for a Better Life and Desire to Travel
Domestic Violence as a Cause of Trafficking in Women
Organized Crime
Conflict Zones and Militarization
Government Policies and Practices
Health Consequences of Trafficking 
Legal Consequences of Trafficking
Global Consequences of Trafficking
Trafficking and HIV/AIDS
Protection, Support and Assistance of Victims>
Prevention of Trafficking in Women >
Return and Reintegration 
Common Reactions
Legal Protection
Education and Awareness Raising
Training Programs and Technical Cooperation
Lobbying
International Trafficking Law>
Regional Law and Standards>
Drafting Laws on Sex Trafficking of Women and Girls
UN Human Trafficking Law
Historical Overview
Trafficking and Women's Human Rights
The Trafficking Protocol and Recent Initiatives
UN Peacekeeping Missions and Trafficking
UN Special Rapporteur on Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children 
UN Special Rapporteur on Contemporary Forms of Slavery
Council of Europe
European Union
OSCE
Stability Pact
NATO 
General Information>
Training and Advocacy>
Law and Policy>
Ongoing Developments
What is Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?>
Theories of Sexual Harassment >
Prevalence of Sexual Harassment
Effects of Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment Occurs at the Work Site or in a Work Related Environment
Sexual Harassment is Conduct Based on Sex or of a Sexual Nature
Sexual Harassment is Conduct that is Unwelcome or Unwanted
Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment that Creates a Hostile Work Environment
Sexual Harassment and the Subordination of Women>
Sexual Harassment is an Affront to Dignity 
Violence and Power
Perpetuation of Gender Stereotypes
Economic Power Over Women
Prevention Mechanisms, Policies and Strategies>
Prevention of Sexual Harassment
Monitoring Workplace Practices and Enforcing Sexual Harassment Law>
Employer Responsibilities: Sexual Harassment Policies, Trainings and Complaint Procedures>
The Role of Trade Unions and Collective Bargaining>
Media and Communication Strategies for Ending Sexual Harassment
Approaches to Gender Equality/ Equal Opportunity Institutions
Allowing NGOs to Bring Litigation on Behalf of Victims
A Statement of Policy
Definition of Harassment and Establishment of a Non-Retaliation Policy 
Prevention Procedures/ Training
Designated Complaints Committee or Officer
Informal Complaint or Advice Mechanisms
Complaint Procedures
Investigation Procedures
Disciplinary Procedures
Measures to Correct the Effects of Sexual Harassment
Advocacy Tools for Trade Unions in Combating Sexual Harassment in the Workplace>
The Importance of Trade Unions in Combating Sexual Harassment and the Importance of Women in Trade Unions
Role of Trade Unions in Effecting Sexual Harassment Legislation and Regulation Through Political Action and Advocacy
Role of Trade Unions in Effecting Anti-sexual Harassment Policies and Collective Bargaining Agreements in the Workplace
Role of Trade Unions in Educating Workers and Other Community Members on Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Issues
Role of Trade Unions in Representing Victims of Sexual Harassment and Penalties for Abusers >
The European Union Directive as a Framework for Trade Unions’ Involvement with Sexual Harassment Law and Policy
Opportunities for Collaboration with Other NGOs and Governmental Agencies
Resources on the Issue of Sexual Harassment and Trade Unions
Using the Trade Union
Suggestions for the Trade Union
Resistance from the Trade Union
International Legal Framework>
Regional Law and Standards>
Domestic Legal Framework>
List of Law and Policy Documents>
Drafting Laws on Sexual Harassment
UN Conventions
UN Conference Documents
DEVAW
Special Rapporteur
International Labor Organization
Council of Europe
European Union>
European Union Treaty Charter Obligations
1976 Equal Treatment Directive and 2002 Sexual Harassment Amendment
Directive on Reversal of the Burden of Proof in Sex Discrimination Cases
EU Council and Parliamentary Resolutions
EU Commission Code of Practice on Measures to Combat Sexual Harassment
Defining Sexual Harassment
Approaches to and Remedies under Sexual Harassment Law>
Employer Liability Standards
Barriers to Effective Enforcement of Sexual Harassment Law
Guidelines for Drafting Sexual Harassment Laws
Civil Law
Criminal Law
International Legal Framework
Regional Law and Standards
Domestic Legal Framework Around the World
General Information>
Advocacy and Training>
Law and Policy>
Ongoing Developments
What is Sexual Assault?>
Prevalence of Sexual Assault
Forms of Sexual Assault>
Consequences of Sexual Assault>
Sexual Assault as a Form of Sexual Violence
Consent, Force and Coercion
Types of Sexual Contact
Theories of Sexual Assault>
Sexual Assault and Vulnerable Populations
Sexual Assault and Male Dominance
Sexual Assault and Cultural Norms
Sexual Assault and the Media
Biological Theories of Sexual Assault
Marital and Intimate Partner Sexual Assault
Custodial Sexual Assault
Sexual Assault Against Refugees
Sexual Assault During Armed Conflict
Date and Acquaintance Sexual Assault
Street Harassment>
Sexual Assault in the Military>
Prevalence of Street Harassment and its Consequences
Law and Policy on Street Harassment
International Prevalence of Sexual Assault in the Military
Sexual Assault Within the United States Military
Secondary Victimization
The Military Justice System Response to Sexual Assault
Resources
Health Consequences of Sexual Assault
Victim Reactions to Sexual Assault
Consequences of Sexual Assault on the Community
Sexual Assault, HIV/AIDS and Other STIs
Coordinated Crisis Intervention>
Sexual Assault Advocacy Programs
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners
Sexual Assault Response Teams
Coordinating Councils
Health Care Provider Responses
International Legal Framework>
Regional Law and Standards>
National Sexual Assault Laws>
Drafting Laws on Sexual Assault
Protocols and Policies>
Criminal Law and Procedure>
Evidentiary Issues and Forensic Medical Institutes
Law Enforcement and Prosecutions
Civil Remedies
Conventions
DEVAW
UN Conference Documents
Ad Hoc International Tribunals
International Criminal Court
UN Special Rapporteurs
Council of Europe
European Union
Laws in the United States
Laws in the CEE/FSU Region
Other Approaches to Sexual Assault Law
Police Protocols
Prosecutor Protocols
Sexual Assault in Higher Education – Laws and Protocols
Defining the Prohibited Contact
Force and Resistance Requirements
Consent and Mens Rea
Procedural Obstacles
Other Law Reform Efforts
Legal Protection and Support for Victims
Crimes Committed in the Name of "Honor">
Dowry-Related Violence>
Female Environmental Refugees>
Female Genital Mutilation>
Femicide>
Forced and Child Marriage>
Forced/Coerced Sterilization>
Gender-Based Asylum>
Harmful Practices>
Indigenous Women>
Maltreatment of Widows>
Violence Against LGBT Women>
Violence Against the Girl Child>
Violence Against Women and HIV/AIDS>
Women and Armed Conflict>
Women with Disabilities>
Prevalence
Consequences
Causes and Risk Factors
Law and Policy
Governmental and Non-Governmental Response
Ongoing Developments
Causes and Risk Factors
Governmental and Nongovernmental Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Consequences
Law and Policy
Governmental and Non-Governmental Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Consequences
Causes and Risk Factors
Law and Policy
Governmental and Non-governmental Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Law and Policy
Femicide in the CEE/FSU Region
Government Response
NGO Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Consequences and Effects
Obstetric Fistula
International and Domestic Law and Policy
Forced and Child Marriage Prevention
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Law and Policy
Government and NGO Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Law and Policy>
NGO Response
Ongoing Developments
Canada
European Union
United Kingdom
United States
Acid Attacks & Stove Burning
Breast Ironing
Bride Kidnapping
Forced Pregnancy
Polygamy
Son Preference
Stoning or Flogging of Women
Virginity Tests
Witch Burning & Beheading
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Law and Policy
Government and NGO Response
Ongoing Developments
Defining Discrimination against Women and Widows
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Consequences
Governmental and NGO Response
Law and Policy
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Government Response
Law and Policy
NGO Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Law and Policy
Government and NGO Responses
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Consequences
Law and Policy
NGO and Governmental Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Consequences and Effects on Women
Causes and Risk Factors
Law and Policy
Government and NGO Response
Ongoing Developments
Prevalence
Causes and Risk Factors
Consequences
Law and Policy
Prevention
Ongoing Developments
 
Home
Our Work
What's New
Advocacy Tools>
International Law>
Expert's Corner
Make A Donation
The VAW Monitor
Women's HR Training
Human Rights Reporting
Advocating for New Laws on Violence Against Women and Girls
Women Human Rights Defenders and Safety
United Nations Systems>
European System>
United Nations Entities>
United Nations Documents That Protect Women's Rights>
Enforcement Mechanisms In The United Nations>
Programs and Funds
Specialized Agencies
Research and Training Institutes
Departments and Offices
Other Entities
UN Treaties on Violence Against Women
UN Resolutions on Violence Against Women
Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action
Basic Human Rights Documents
Complaint Mechanisms
Reporting and Monitoring Mechanisms
Major United Nations Enforcement Bodies >
Human Rights Council>
UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women>
UN Commission on the Status of Women>
UN Special Rapporteur on Violence against Women>
UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights>
UN Human Rights Committee >
UN Committee on the Rights of the Child>
UN Committee Against Torture>
UN Committee on Migrant Workers>
UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities>
Complaint Mechanism
Additional Resources
Reporting Mechanism
Complaint Mechanism
Reporting Mechanism
Additional Resources
Complaint Mechanism
Additional Resources
Complaint Mechanism
Additional Resources
Reporting Mechanism
Additional Resources
Complaint Mechanism
Complaint Mechanism
Reporting Mechanism
Additional Resources
Reporting Mechanism
Additional Resources
Complaint Mechanism
Complaint Mechanism
Reporting Mechanism
Additional Resources
Reporting Mechanism
Additional Resources
Reporting Mechanism
Complaint Mechanism
Additional Resources
Institutions and Structure of the European Human Rights System>
European Documents That Protect Women's Rights>
Enforcement Mechanisms in the European System>
Enlargement of the European Union>
Council of Europe
European Union
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
Regional Cooperation Council
Council of Europe - Istanbul Convention
Council of Europe - European Convention on Human Rights
Council of Europe - European Social Charter
Council of Europe - Resolutions, Reports, Advocacy Campaigns
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
European Union 
Council of Europe Enforcement Mechanisms>
European Union Enforcement Mechanisms>
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Enforcement Mechanisms
European Court of Human Rights
European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment
European Committee of Social Rights
Court of Justice
Commission
Parliament
EU Accession Process and Women's Rights
NGO Strategies to Impact the EU Accession Process
 
     
Home > Global Violence against Women and Girls > Forced and Child Marriage > Ongoing Developments
New Report: Educating Girls and Ending Child Marriage in Africa

December 28, 2018
New Report: Uneven Sex Ratios in Asian Countries and Violence Against Women

December 19, 2018
India: Supreme Court Invalidates Law Allowing Sex with Child Brides

October 11, 2017
Mexico: New Study Finds Strong Link Between Child Marriage and Human Trafficking

May 11, 2017
Mexico: Report Finds Formal and Informal Child Marriages Still Common Across the Country

June 23, 2017
United States: New York Approves New Law Banning Most Child Marriages

June 21, 2017
Tanzania: Government Releases National Survey and Report on Child Marriage

April 4, 2017
Lebanon: Survey Finds “Alarming Rise” in Child Marriage Among Syrian Refugees

January 31, 2017
Bangladesh: Proposed Law Would Allow Child Marriage in “Special Cases”

January 13, 2017
New Resource: EU publishes Guidance to Help Frontline Professionals Identify and Assist Victims of Forced and Child Marriage

December 28, 2016
Page 1 of 3 (28 items)
Prev
[1]
2
3
Next
All
 

The Advocates for Human Rights        Site Map           About the Site

330 Second Avenue South, Suite 800, Minneapolis, MN 55401 USA      Phone: (612) 341-3302      Fax: (612) 341-2971    Email: hrights@advrights.org

Although Stop Violence Against Women endeavors to provide useful and accurate information, Stop Violence Against Women does not warrant the accuracy of the materials provided. Accordingly, this Web Site and its information are provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular use or purpose, or non-infringement. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.  We reserve the right to make improvements and/or changes in the format and/or content of the information contained on the Web Site without notice.This information is provided with the understanding that Stop Violence Against Women and its partners are not engaged in rendering legal or other professional services. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional should be sought.

Copyright © 2018 The Advocates for Human Rights. All rights reserved. Permission is granted to use this material for non-commercial purposes with proper attribution to The Advocates for Human Rights.