Combating Cyber Violence Against Women and Girls - An Overview of the Legislative and Policy Reforms in the Arab Region
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- Jun 20, 4
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- Research Paper Type: Book
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- Description
This chapter argues that technology contributes to increasing cyber violence against women and girls which in turn leads to severe social and economic implications affecting them. It also argues that legislative and policy reforms can limit this type of violence while enabling women and girls to leverage technology for empowerment. It highlights cases of cyber violence in the Arab region and provides an overview of applicable legislative frameworks. The chapter concludes with recommended policy reforms and measures to strengthen and harmonize efforts to combat cyber violence against women and girls in the Arab region.
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- Language
- English
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- IHV2966-2473
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