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accessible services, observing that victims might not want to be in contact with law
enforcement. There was also a need for investment in skill development and access to
psychosocial services.
35.
Mr. Abashidze referred to the relevant human rights standards, including article 10
of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. He also
emphasized States parties’ obligations under article 2 to achieve progressively the full
realization of the rights recognized in the Covenant and to adopt legislative measures to the
maximum of their available resources. That included adopting relevant criminal legislation
to hold those responsible for domestic violence fully accountable, and establishing
rehabilitation centres. He made clear that the principles of equality and non-discrimination
applied to everyone in relation to all rights.
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