Child Rights Campaign Expresses Deep Concern Over Rising Sexual Violence Against Girls in Nepal
Summary
The National Campaign for Children as Peace Zone (Cizap) has condemned recent sexual violence incidents against girls in Nepal, urging swift and strict legal action along with support for victims.
Key Points
- Cizap expressed deep concern over several recent cases of sexual violence against girls in Nepal, including gang rape and murder.
- Incidents highlight a disturbing trend of sexual violence, physical abuse, and online harassment targeting girls and adolescents.
- Cizap Chairman Tilottam Poudel emphasized these acts violate both the International Convention on the Rights of the Child and Nepal's Constitution.
- The campaign demands impartial investigations, strict legal action, and provision of psychosocial counseling, legal aid, and compensation to victims and families.
