International Day for elimination of sexual violence in conflict zones: Theme, history and significance

In 2015, the UN conceived of this initiative in a bid to condemn the gender-based violent acts and strengthen its commitment to end all forms of violence against women Observed on 19 June, the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict is a crucial event that is meant to raise awareness on the urgent need to prevent and combat the heinous incidents of sexual violence in conflict zones. Significance of International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict: The term ‘conflict-related sexual violence’ is used in cases of rape, sexual slavery, coerced prostitution, marriage, abortion, pregnancy, sterilization and all kinds of sexual violence that are directly or indirectly related to a conflict — according to the UN definition reported by timeanddate.com. https://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs/international-day-for-elimination-of-sexual-violence-in-conflict-observed-1529402164-1 The International Day Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict attempts to not just spread awareness but also intensify the solidarity with the survivors, and honor victims, survivors and those fighting to end the most horrifying and despicable of crimes. Though there has been no chosen theme this year for the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, in a message, the UN General Secretary, António Guterres has said : “…let’s resolve to uphold the rights and meet the needs of all survivors, as we work to prevent and end these horrific crimes.”