… of gender-based violence. It is deeply rooted in and a manifestation of power imbalances in society, which promotes an unequal status for men andwomen. Femicide is broadly defined as the killing of a woman … • Killing tolerated by the State • Killing in armedconflict • Denial of healthcare for reproductive …
… on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) . In 1989, the Committee on the Elimination of … Violence against Women stating that articles 2, 5, 11, 12 and 16 CEDAW require the States parties to act to protect … Istanbul Convention applies in times of peace andarmedconflict. It has been recognised as the most powerful …