Armenian Ombudswoman introduces Uruguayan Ambassador on activities done for combating violence against women
On November 29, the Human Rights Defender, Ms. Kristinne Grigoryan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay to the Republic of Armenia, H.E. Mr. Eduardo A. Rosenbrock Bidart, the Office of the Ombudsperson said.
Ms. Grigoryan expressed gratitude to the Ambassador for his visit and highlighted his activities aimed at the protection of human rights.
The Ambassador presented to the Defender the "National Plan without Gender-Based Violence" adopted by the National Assembly of Uruguay and handed over the annual Report of the Uruguayan Ombudsman.
The Defender noted that although there is no action plan at the state level for the fight against domestic violence in Armenia, there is a Women's Affairs Council adjunct to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia. Ms. Grigoryan also mentioned that the country has a national strategy and action plan for the protection of human rights, which provides more comprehensive actions.
Ms. Grigoryan presented the activities carried out for combating violence against women. The Defender emphasized the importance of education in this mission. “Being aware is important and education is key. The Government has assumed commitment to move forward in this direction, and the role of the HRD is to monitor those activities, point out issues and recommend solutions."
The Defender informed the Ambassador about the establishment of Public Council on Women's Rights adjunct to the Human Rights Defender, one of the priorities whereof is to promote the engagement of women in the law enforcement system. Ms. Grigoryan also presented the involvement of women in the legislative, executive and judicial authorities of the Republic of Armenia.
At the end of the meeting, the parties expressed willingness to continue cooperation.
Read also
-
The Human Rights Defender has submitted an application for resignation to the National Assembly
-
70% of Karabakh healthcare facilities that are heated by natural gas face serious problems: Ombudsman
-
10-15 Azerbaijanis with face masks enter car carrying Karabakh children: Gegham Stepanyan
-
“Open the road of life” – Ombudsman calls for lifting blockade as hundreds of families remain separated for 24 days
-
Stepanyan: Due to Azerbaijan's blockade of Artsakh, thousands of people are deprived of right to full nutrition
-
Armenia ombudsperson: UN High Commissioner for Human Rights should send fact-finding mission to Lachin corridor
-
Human Rights Defenders of Armenia and Artsakh release updated report on Azerbaijan’s fake environmentalists
-
Artsakh Human Rights Defender to hold protests outside US, French, Russian, Chinese, EU embassies in Yerevan
-
17:52Keeping international spotlight on Artsakh is among objectives, says State Minister Ruben Vardanyan
-
13:10The Prime Minister sends congratulatory message to the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka
-
09:18Some roads are closed and difficult to pass in Armenia
-
08:58Feast of St. Sarkis the Captain, Patron of Love and Youth, his Son Martyros and his 14 Soldiers-Companions
-
23:58The command of the Russian peacekeepers continues negotiations on restoring traffic through the Lachin Corridor
-
23:19US Department of State confirms decision to postpone Blinken’s visit to China
-
21:12Turkey and Azerbaijan plan to conduct more than 10 joint military exercises in 2023
-
19:44NATO blames Russia for failing to comply with new START Treaty
-
18:58European Commission points to Kiev's deficits as part of EU acceptance process
-
15:20Despite the geopolitical tension, mutual trade in EAEU continues to show positive dynamics: Pashinyan
-
14:155 Day Weather Forecast in Armenia
-
13:13Armenian parliament opposition holds hearings on Azerbaijan's Artsakh blockade
-
12:25Artsakh Foreign Minister Sends Letters to Ambassadors of a Number of Countries in Armenia
-
12:12Lilit Makunts briefed the US Middle East Institute president on peace agenda of Armenia
-
11:34Congressman Pallone joins demonstrators at Capitol opposing Azerbaijan’s blockade of Lachin corridor
-
11:18Development of digital economy has been and remains one of the most important priorities for Armenia: Pashinyan at Digital Almaty 2023
-
09:35Commemoration of the Prophet Jonah
-
09:02Some roads are closed and difficult to pass in Armenia
-
08:39Preventing a second Armenian Genocide: Ruben Vardanyan participated in the Columbia University online discussion
-
23:59Turkish, Russian, Syrian delegations to meet soon: Turkish defense minister
Most read
day
week
month
-
19:20"Michelangelo in the Ballet": Armenian Agrippina Vaganova, the Founder of the Theory of Russian Ballet
-
18:24The comment of the Press Secretary of the MFA of Armenia on the psychological terror and violation of rights of Armenian children by Azerbaijan
-
17:23Europe faces unprecedented crisis due to Ukraine conflict, Macron says
-
13:03Azeri 'eco-activists' couldn't reach Lachin corridor without authorities' permission: Tatoyan Foundation
-
12:12Pentagon commits another $2.5 billion in aid to Ukraine
-
13:31Ruben Vardanyan offers condolences to families of soldiers killed in barracks fire
-
15:215-Day Weather Forecast in Armenia
-
11:20Armenian Caucus leaders urge Biden Administration to consider emergency airlift, Azerbaijan sanctions to end Artsakh blockade
-
16:17We highly appreciate the appeal of the European Parliament to the international community: Artsakh Foreign Ministry
-
19:36Ararat Mirzoyan received Anne Louyot, the Ambassador of France to Armenia
Weather
Yerevan
cloudy
Humidity: 44%
Wind: 2.06 km/h
Humidity: 44%
Wind: 2.06 km/h
-0 C°
1° -3°
05.02.2023
6° 0°
06.02.2023
Poll