Gender-Based Violence

Barangay Protection Order: Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004

This primer outlines the frequently asked questions on about Republic Act 9262 and about the Barangay Protection Order. It provides comprehensive explanation on the penalties and punishments and what actions can the victims take. Asset type: Publications Collection: Philippine Commission on Women Subject: Violence Against Women, VAW, Domestic Violence, Gender-based Violence Author: National Barangay Operations …

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Asia Pacific CSO Forum on Beijing +20

This conference paper is drafted by civil society organizations representatives who consolidated the Asia and the Pacific region’s key demands and strategies on how to make the governments accountable for the implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action, as well as putting forward new commitments on gender equality and women’s rights. Material Type: Publications Collection: …

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A Handbook on the CEDAW: Realizing Indigenous Women’s Rights

This handbook is an introduction to the human rights of indigenous women. As an introductory handbook, it does not provide exhaustive information on the various human rights bodies available to indigenous women, but provides some detail on the CEDAW as the only instrument specifically for women. It also provides a brief overview of the other …

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