Any distinction, exclusion or restriction made on the basis of sex and gender that has the effect or purpose of impairing or nullifying the recognition, enjoyment or exercise by women, irrespective of their marital status, and on a basis of equality between women and men, of human rights and fundamental freedoms in the political, economic, social, cultural, civil or any other field.
… partner violence (IPV) is the most common form of violence againstwomen and the most extreme form of gender discrimination. It poses a threat to the fundamental rights …
… The EU has long recognised that violence againstwomen is a violation of human rights and a form of gender-based discrimination that has a major negative impact on victims …