“Sexual violence in conflict is not inevitable. It can be stopped. We must take a stand against it and ensure that perpetrators are held accountable.”
– Angelina Jolie, UNHCR Special Envoy and Co-founder of the Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative
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🔹 How can we better support survivors of sexual violence in conflict?
🔹 What initiatives or actions can individuals and communities take to help eliminate sexual violence in conflict zones?
🔹 Share a story, fact, or resource that highlights the importance of this day.
The International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence ✊🛡️ in Conflict is observed annually on June 19. Established by the United Nations in 2015, this day aims to raise awareness about the need to end conflict-related sexual violence, honor victims and survivors, and pay tribute to those who have devoted their lives to and lost their lives in standing up for the eradication of these crimes.
Sexual Violence in Conflict:
- Definition: Sexual violence in conflict refers to acts such as rape, sexual slavery, forced prostitution, forced pregnancy, enforced sterilization, and any other form of sexual violence of comparable gravity perpetrated against women, men, girls, or boys.
- Impact: Such violence leaves profound physical and psychological scars, destroys families and communities, and perpetuates cycles of violence and discrimination.
Importance:
- Prevalence: Sexual violence is often used as a tactic of war to terrorize and displace communities, break down societal structures, and achieve military or political ends.
- Consequences: The consequences include severe health issues, stigmatization, economic disenfranchisement, and prolonged trauma for survivors.
- Global Response: The UN and various international organizations work tirelessly to prevent sexual violence in conflict zones, provide support to survivors, and bring perpetrators to justice.
- Advocacy and Support: Prominent figures and activists, including UN Goodwill Ambassadors, champion the cause, advocating for stronger legal frameworks and more substantial support systems for survivors.
Why It Matters: Addressing and eliminating sexual violence in conflict is essential for achieving peace, security, and human rights for all. It underscores the importance of accountability, gender equality, and the protection of the most vulnerable populations.
Let’s stand together against these atrocities and work towards a world free from sexual violence.
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