Gender perspectives on torture and other cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment
or punishment 2016, para. 13
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Women, girls, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons are at particular risk of torture and ill-treatment when deprived of liberty, both within criminal justice systems and other, non-penal settings. Structural and systemic shortcomings within criminal justice systems have a particularly negative impact on marginalized groups. Measures to protect and promote the rights and address the specific needs of female and lesbian, gay, bisexual and, transgender prisoners are required and cannot not be regarded as discriminatory.
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Special Rapporteur on torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment