19/06/2026
Sexual violence in conflict can and must be prevented.
In Haiti, armed gangs use sexual violence as a tactic to terrorize and control communities. Addressing the conditions that enable these violations is essential – including the widespread availability of illicit weapons.
Comprehensive prevention efforts include stronger arms control, improved data collection and analysis, and sustained support for local civil society organizations.
On 19 June, the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, we reaffirm the need for coordinated, survivor-centred and gender-responsive approaches.
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