The latest study by Race, Racism and the Law maps how international and regional human‑rights frameworks address gender‑based violence, exposing uneven enforcement and persistent gaps. While the UN’s Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women sets a global baseline, many jurisdictions lack robust mechanisms to prosecute perpetrators or support survivors.

Key findings show that colonial legacies and racialized policing continue to undermine justice for marginalized women, especially in post‑colonial states where legal reforms have stalled. The report urges governments to adopt evidence‑based policies, strengthen victim‑centred services, and hold law‑enforcement agencies accountable for systemic bias.

For further details, see the original analysis in Race, Racism and the Law.

Source: Race, Racism and the Law, 11 Sep 2026