Press release - Parliament approves first ever EU rules on combating violence against women
Parliament approves first ever EU rules on combating violence against women
- Parliament approves first ever EU rules on combating violence against women
- Actions to prevent rape and increase understanding of consent
- Forced marriage and female genital mutilation considered crimes
- Disclosing private information online without consent is prohibited, as is “cyber-flashing”
- Specialised assistance for victims
The new rules aim to prevent gender-based violence and protect its victims, especially women and victims of domestic violence. - Parliament adopted on Wednesday, with 522 in favour, 27 against, and 72 abstentions, the first ever EU rules on combating violence against women and domestic violence.
- The directive calls for stronger laws against cyberviolence, better assistance for victims, and steps to prevent rape.
- The new rules prohibit female genital mutilation and forced marriage and outline particular guidelines for offenses committed online, such as the disclosure of private information and cyberflashing.