Baghdad, 19 September 2020 – UN Iraq Special Representative Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert addressed the 12th annual international conference, “Islamic Day to Counter the Violence against Women”, organized by the Al-Hakim International Foundation in Baghdad. While referring to unspeakable acts of conflict-related violence in Iraq’s recent history, she also decried violence against women as a commonplace occurrence that is most acutely felt in the domestic context. Describing the use of violence at home as a “silent crisis”, the Special Representative welcomed ongoing efforts to address the issue in order to ensure the safety and security of all family members.

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