The UN commends Kazakhstan on the adoption of the law criminalizing domestic violence, marking a significant step towards the eradication of all forms of gender-based violence. This legislative action underscores Kazakhstan's commitment to upholding human rights, particularly the protection of women and children from domestic violence. By criminalizing domestic violence, Kazakhstan asserts a zero tolerance policy, signalling that perpetrators will face legal consequences. This crucial step not only promotes gender equality but also ensures that survivors of domestic violence have access to justice and social support services to rebuild their lives, DKNews.kz reports.
The UN encourages Kazakhstan to continue its efforts in implementing and enforcing this law effectively, including raising awareness about domestic violence, strengthening data collection and reporting, enhancing preventive services, providing access to parenting skills programs, advancing training for law enforcement and judiciary personnel, and establishing support mechanisms for survivors. This comprehensive approach is essential for creating a society where all individuals can live free from fear and violence in their own homes. The United Nations stands ready to support Kazakhstan in its endeavours to eliminate gender-based violence and promote a culture of respect, equality, and dignity for all its citizens.
