ICJ closes 16-Day campaign against gender-based violence
ICJ’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence underscores the need for justice systems to be more responsive. (more…)
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Zimbabwe: ICJ publishes a legal brief on needed reform of sexual offences
Today, the ICJ published The case for reform: Criminal Law and Sexual Violence in Zimbabwe, a legal brief which examines sexual crimes in the Zimbabwean Criminal Code in light of the country’s obligations under international human rights law and standards. (more…)
COVID-19: ICJ calls on African States to protect women from escalating sexual and gender based violence
While reports suggest a decrease in crime during lockdown due to restricted movement, violence against women, including gender-based violence (GBV), continues unabated, and has likely worsened throughout Africa, replicating global trends in this regard. (more…)
State measures to address COVID-19 must be gender responsive
A Feature Article by the Access to Justice for Women Team of the ICJ. (more…)
Swaziland: enactment of Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Bill urgently required – new ICJ report
The widespread occurrence of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in Swaziland requires prompt action to enact the Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Bill, says the ICJ in a report released today. (more…)
International Women’s Day: ICJ and its Commissioners advancing gender justice
Today on International Women’s Day the world looks to celebrate the achievements of women and advances made towards the realization of women’s human rights but the day is also an opportunity to address the issues that continue to disadvantage women. (more…)