Surrogacy as a Form of Violence Against Women and Girls: Need for Global Action.


The side event, organized by Italy will provide the opportunity to engage in dialogue on the multi-faceted aspects of surrogacy, their link with violence and exploitation of women and children including girls, and the impact of such practice on gender equality.

The side event is expected to generate greater awareness of surrogacy as a form of exploitation and violence against women and girls, while at the same time strengthening support for international action towards its abolition. In addition, the event will underline the importance of reflecting on, and working towards, the adoption of an international legally binding instrument that explicitly prohibits all forms of surrogacy.
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