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Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative Strategy

28 November 2022

Proposing MP
James Cleverly Con
Braintree
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement presents the UK's strategy for addressing conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) and outlines key objectives and initiatives.

Action Requested

The government will deliver four key objectives through its Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative (PSVI) Strategy, including strengthening global response, preventing CRSV, improving justice, and enhancing support for survivors. New funding of up to £12.5 million over three years is committed to tackle CRSV.

Key Facts

  • The UK aims to deliver a step change in the international response to conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV).
  • Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon is the Prime Minister’s Special Representative on Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict.
  • £67.5 million has been committed to the What Works to Prevent Violence programme.
  • Up to £12.5 million will be used over three years to tackle CRSV.
  • Key initiatives include the Call to Action for Children Born of Sexual Violence, The Murad Code, and the Declaration of Humanity.
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