WARSAW, 17 June 2016 – Today, ahead of Sunday’s International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, Michael Georg Link, Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), reminded states that addressing sexual violence has to be at the centre of conflict-resolution efforts.
“Any effective approach to resolving conflicts has to address all forms of violence and focus on all victims,” Director Link said. “OSCE participating States have recognized that preventing sexual violence and providing the necessary support to victims are integral parts of halting conflicts and maintaining peace.”
In 2005 in Ljubljana, OSCE participating States …read more
Source: OSCE