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Obstetric and gynaecological violence in the EU

22-04-2024 - 11:59 FEMM
Obstetric and gynaecological
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This study for the FEMM Committee gives an overview of how obstetric and gynaecological violence is apprehended in the EU. It identifies issues and challenges, looks at the applicable legal framework, ex-amines ongoing political and legal developments, and gathers national initiatives to improve understanding and prevention of this form of gender-based violence. Finally, it provides policy recommendations.