Intensification of Efforts to Eliminate all Forms of Violence Against Women Report of the Secretary-General Delivered to the General Assembly

This report provides an overview of measures States and intergovernmental bodies have taken to intensify efforts to eliminate all forms of violence against women. The report provides detailed examples of actions taken by various States, including specific legislation enacted against domestic violence. It provides recommendations to intensify efforts to eliminate violence against women (VAW). The report then discusses measures that have been taken by UN bodies to intensify efforts to eliminate VAW. It concludes by stating that a comprehensive approach including legislation, national plans and data collection is necessary for States to make effective progress on this resolution.