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Israel Leads UN's First Toolkit on Documenting Terror-Related Sexual Violence
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Israel is leading the development of the UN's first toolkit to help first responders document sexual violence linked to terrorism. Developed with UNODC, Germany, Switzerland, and Nigeria, the guide is inspired by Israeli research and aims to aid evidence collection and survivor support. It is expected to be adopted by international organizations by early 2027, enhancing justice for victims.
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- Israel is leading the UN's first toolkit for documenting sexual violence at terror attack sites.
- The guide is a collaboration with UNODC, Germany, Switzerland, and Nigeria.
- It aims to equip first responders to identify, document, and preserve SGBV evidence.
- The project was inspired by Israeli research on sexual violence in terrorism.
- International adoption of the toolkit is anticipated by early 2027.
- Israel's special envoy highlighted the project's diplomatic importance and support for victims.
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