These frequently asked questions explain the purpose and use of the Minimum Standards for Prevention & Response to Gender Based Violence in Emergencies. For more information, go here.
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Every year, millions of girls are subjected to practices that harm them physically and emotionally, with the full knowledge and consent of their families, friends and communities.
Ongoing tensions in the country’s northern region continue to drive mass displacements. In January, humanitarian conditions in the region worsened considerably, with nearly than 586,000 people displaced in Idlib following a second wave of displacements that began in late 2019.
Gender-based violence at the gathering sites continues to be an issue with alleged gang rape, physical assault, harassment, looting as well as humiliation.
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