Deputy Special Representative of UNAMI Commends the Role of the Iraqi Government in Combating Violence against Women

 
Baghdad – INA
 
Deputy Special Representative of The United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), Claudio Cordone, commended the role of the Iraqi government in addressing violence against women and supporting women's rights.
 
During the Conference on Combating Violence Against Women, which was followed by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), Cordone stated: "I commend the Iraqi government's commitment to combating violence against women and supporting the rights of Iraqi women in general. I also welcome the role of the Prime Minister in urging government bodies to expedite the implementation of decisions related to women."
 
He added, "The role of the Supreme Council for Women in engaging with the Parliamentary Committee on Women, Family, and Children is a positive example of enhancing the positive role of Iraqi women. I also urge Iraqi leaders to ensure that any proposed legislation related to the rights of women and children aligns with Iraq’s international human rights commitments. I encourage the Parliament to adopt a law against domestic violence and highlight the importance of establishing shelters for those exposed to violence."
 

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