Resolution Adopted by the General Assembly on Working Towards the Elimination of Crimes Against Women Committed in the Name of Honour

In this resolution, States are called upon to implement their obligations under international law and their specific commitments the UN General Assembly for eliminating crimes against women committed in the name of honour. The resolution calls for States to intensify their efforts to prevent and eliminate these crimes through legislative changes and creation of public awareness through education, the dissemination of information and awareness campaigns. They should also support and implement measures and programmes to educate those responsible for enforcing the law and implementing policies so that these individuals understand the cause and consequences of crimes against women committed in the name of honour. States are called upon to establish, strengthen or facilitate support services, in order to respond to the needs of actual and potential victims, as well as ensure the presence of institutional mechanisms that allow for safe and confidential reporting of such crimes. Furthermore, States are also encouraged to gather and disseminate statistical information on the occurrence of such crimes. The international community is invited to support the efforts of all countries, at their request, aimed at strengthening institutional capacity for preventing these crimes and at addressing their root causes.