Publication on emerging practices for prosecution of digital violence against women is now available in Ukrainian

28/04/2025 Kyiv

Digital violence is a new frontier facing women in modern society. While it is closely connected to gender stereotypes and societal misogyny, online technologically facilitated violence against women presents a significant challenge to women and the exercise of women’s human rights. Despite some...

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Legal professionals discuss protection of domestic violence victims in Baku

25/04/2025 Baku

Legal professionals discuss protection of domestic violence victims in Baku An interactive discussion on the protection of victims of domestic violence was organised in Baku on 19 April 2025 in collaboration with the Bar Association of Azerbaijan. 25 legal professionals engaged in informal...

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Council of Europe supports the Republic of Moldova in strengthening data collection to combat violence against women

22/04/2025 Chisinau

A two-day workshop enhanced the skills of 15 staff members from the National Agency for the Prevention and Combating of Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence. The training focused on monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on the implementation of the National Programme on the Prevention and...

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Council of Europe's continued commitment to gender equality and ending violence against women in Ukraine

17/04/2025 Kyiv

The Council of Europe project “Combating Violence against women in Ukraine – Phase III” (COVAW-III) started on 1 April 2025. COVAW-III builds upon previous Council of Europe initiatives in Ukraine starting in 2013. It aims at supporting development of robust policies to prevent and combat...

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Armenian judges and prosecutors discuss strategies to improve access to justice for women

16/04/2025 Yerevan, Armenia

The Armenian Academy of Justice and the Administrative Court held a discussion on ways to further improve access to justice for women, following the implementation of the mentoring programme for legal professionals in the Eastern Partnership region. Judges and prosecutors met to take stock of the...

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Results of the call for proposals for civil society organisations: Communication and advocacy campaigns on the Istanbul Convention

15/04/2025 Strasbourg

The Council of Europe “Ending violence against women: multi-country programme” has finalised the assessment of the call for proposals for civil society organisations (CSOs). The initiative aims to support CSOs in developing and implementing communication and advocacy initiatives to raise...

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Public consultation on draft Council of Europe Recommendation on accountability for technology-facilitated violence against women and girls is now open

14/04/2025 Strasbourg

The Council of Europe’s Gender Equality Commission (GEC) and the European Committee on Crime Problems (CDPC) have been tasked by the Committee of Ministers to prepare a Recommendation on Accountability for Technology-Facilitated Violence against Women and Girls. This Recommendation will provide...

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Discussions advance on draft Recommendation on accountability for technology-facilitated violence against women and girls

10/04/2025 Strasbourg

The Council of Europe’s Committee of Experts on combating technology-facilitated violence against women and girls (GEC/PC-eVIO) held its third meeting on 3 to 4 April 2025 in Strasbourg. Discussions moved forward on the draft Recommendation on accountability for technology-facilitated violence...

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Georgian civil society representatives engage in dialogue on gender equality and prevention of violence against women

25-26/03/2025 Strasbourg

European standards, mechanisms, and best practices for promoting gender equality and preventing violence against women and domestic violence were the focus of a two-day study visit to Strasbourg for members of civil society from Georgia. Participants engaged in exchanges with experts from various...

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Enhancing support services for victims of sexual violence in Greece

01/04/2025 Athens

On 31 March 2025, the Council of Europe’s Gender Equality Division, in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family of the Hellenic Republic, held a conference on improving victim support services for victims of sexual violence in Greece. The event brought together over 70...

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Interagency roundtable discussion on domestic violence perpetrators’ programme in Armenia

25/03/2025 Yerevan

Preventing domestic violence through rehabilitation of perpetrators is key to ensuring long-term impact and safety for victims. Effective perpetrator programmes focus on changing behaviour, taking responsibility, and reducing repeat offenses, making them an important part of domestic violence...

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Combating violence against women in Ukraine remains one of the top priorities for the Council of Europe office in Ukraine

20/03/2025 Kyiv

On 27 February 2025 the Council of Europe Office in Ukraine held an Open Day to showcase its work dedicated to supporting reforms in human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. The event brought together more than 60 representatives from Ukrainian authorities and ministries, international...

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Council of Europe launches phase II project “Supporting the implementation of the Istanbul Convention in the Republic of Moldova”

19/03/2025 Chisinau

On 13 March 2025, the Council of Europe officially launched Phase II of the project Supporting the Implementation of the Istanbul Convention in the Republic of Moldova . The event also marked the first Steering Committee Meeting, gathering 45 representatives from key ministries, parliament, law...

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Tackling digital violence against women and girls in Slovenia

17/03/2025 Strasbourg

The Council of Europe’s Gender Equality Division, in cooperation with Slovenia’s Ministry of Labour, Family, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities, will hold a conference on 20 March 2025, in Ljubljana, on the digital dimension of violence against women and girls. The event will bring together...

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Combating digital dimension of violence against women in Armenia: exploring solutions and overcoming challenges

14/03/2025 Yerevan

The issue of gender-based violence against women committed online and facilitated by technology is a growing concern, highlighting the need for stronger legal protections, support systems, and awareness initiatives to effectively combat and prevent such forms of abuse. The Council of Europe...

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Trainings on Strategic Litigation Strengthen Women’s Rights Protection in Türkiye

13/03/2025 ANKARA

From 6-8 March in Ankara, 38 lawyers from the several bar associations and civil society representatives (34 women, 4 men) gained valuable knowledge and skills on key legal strategies to effectively use litigation as a powerful tool to protect and promote women’s rights in Türkiye. The trainings...

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GEC/ADI-AI: Public consultations are now open

11/03/2025 Strasbourg

The Council of Europe’s Steering Committee on Anti-Discrimination, Diversity and Inclusion (CDADI) and Gender Equality Commission (GEC) have been tasked by the Committee of Ministers to prepare a Recommendation on Equality and Artificial Intelligence. This Recommendation will provide non-binding...

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New video on combating violence against women through education in Ukraine

10/03/2025 Kyiv

Education is key to promoting gender equality, combating sexism and building relationships based on mutual respect. It is crucial to address gender inequality through education, as such inequality is closely linked to the prevalence of violence against women. Article 14 of the Istanbul Convention...

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The impact of digital technologies on the lives of women in the public eye - in focus at CSW side-event

07/03/2025 New York

In the margins of the 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in New York, the Council of Europe is organising a side-event on Threats and Opportunities of Digital Technologies: Women in the Public Eye. The event is co-organised with the Permanent Mission of Luxembourg to the United Nations,...

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Launch of the HELP course on domestic violence for law enforcement in Azerbaijan

06/03/2025 Baku

On 25 February 2025, an adapted version of the HELP (Human Rights Education for Legal Professionals) online course on domestic violence was introduced for Azerbaijani police officers. The course will equip law enforcement officers with essential knowledge and skills to handle cases effectively....

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