Program to eliminate violence presented in Bishkek

Bishkek hosts presentation of Spotlight Initiative 2.0 program to eliminate violence

A presentation of the Spotlight Initiative 2.0 program, aimed at combating gender-based violence and ensuring the rights of women and girls, has been held in Bishkek. The event, attended by Minister of Labor, Social Welfare and Migration Almaz Imangaziev, focused on a comprehensive approach to preventing violence.

The Spotlight Initiative 2.0 program aims to eliminate violence against women and girls and to strengthen national mechanisms for responding to gender-based violence. Four key areas of work were outlined during the presentation.

Main areas of the anti-violence program

Improving the legislative framework and institutional mechanisms
Preventing violence by changing gender stereotypes
Improving the quality of services and protection for victims
Strengthening the capacity of women's movements and civil society

Under the program, special attention will be given to women and girls belonging to vulnerable groups of the population, including those living in rural areas.

Key tasks and focus areas

Strengthening the legal framework and data collection systems on gender-based violence
Work to foster intolerance of violence in families, educational institutions, communities and workplaces
Expanding access to medical, psychological, social and legal assistance
Supporting organizations working to protect women's rights

The meeting was attended by representatives of a number of international organizations, including UN Women, UNDP, UNFPA, UNICEF, WHO, ILO, IOM and UNODC.