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Input to UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls
Letter to the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls The Jerusalem Institute of Justice (JIJ) expresses its appreciation for Ms. Reem Alsalem's October…
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Statement for the 67th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women
On this International Women's Day, we are proud to share an important discussion taking place today at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.…
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An appeal to the UN for Women’s Rights
The fight for women's empowerment and equality is ongoing, and as we embrace technological advancements, we must remain vigilant of the risks that women face. The…
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Prostitution and Rehabilitation
Can we welcome the closure of the strip clubs while the women are thrown to the street? Closing strip clubs is an important step, but as…
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A lifeline for women caught in a cycle of prostitution
This Israeli Facebook group is a lifeline for women caught in a cycle of prostitution Read Original Article Here Dorit, 45, who has turned to prostitution…
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ANTI-PROSTITUTION LEGISLATION
JIJ has been a key player in promoting a legislative model based on Swedish legislation in the Israeli Knesset. The proposed law will prohibit the purchase…
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A Crime or not a Crime?
By Carol Shi Should Buyers of Sex Services Be Criminalized? First Things First: Is Prostitution Bad? To justify imposing some sort of sanction on purchasers…
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JESSICA MEMORIAL SERVICE
In August 2016, Jessica, a slave of the sex-industry, took her life in room 5 of the brothel on 98 HaYarkon Street, Tel Aviv. She was…
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ANTI-PROSTITUTION EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
Early on, we realized that educating society and changing public discourse about prostitution will be key in bringing true change to Israel. We have been successful…
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ANTI-PROSTITUTION AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS
Israeli public opinion regarding the damaging effect of prostitution on society as a whole varies greatly. Much of the general public is unaware of the realities…