SRSG on violence against children: Annual report 2015, para. 124
Paragraphe
Paragraph text
Driven by fear and superstition, incidents of violence are seldom reported or followed by investigation or prosecution. Girls may conceal them too, fearing further harassment and reprisals. Overall there is a pervasive culture of impunity.
Status juridique
Non-negotiated soft law
Organe
Special Representative of the Secretary-General on violence against children