In 2007, the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean concluded that to end violence against women, it is imperative that it become a focus of public agendas: firstly, as a human rights violation, secondly, because violence is an obstacle for development and, finally, because it is a key issue for democracy and governance. In this sense, the elimination of violence against women is based on three pillars: legal protection, public policies and a culture of respect without discrimination.
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on violence against women, its causes and consequences