Istanbul Convention
The Istanbul Convention is the first legally binding instrument in the world creating a comprehensive framework to prevent violence, protect victims, prosecute perpetrators and implement statewide “integrated policies” that are effective in preventing and combating all forms of violence against women.
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The Istanbul Convention offers a solid basis for Zonta advocacy.
The Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence, also known as “the Istanbul Convention”, requires parties to develop laws, policies and support services to end violence against women and domestic violence.
What can Zonta districts and clubs do?
Learn more from the Istanbul Convention Flyer.
For more Information about the Istanbul Convention please follow the link: https://www.coe.int/en/web/istanbul-convention/home
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Recommendation on Equality between Women and Men:
The Conference of INGOs calls on member States to respect and defend this essential Human Rights asset
Adopted by the Conference of INGOs on 30 October 2019
ISTANBUL Convention and Protocol – PALERMO Convention and Protocol