Legal and Policy Framework on Gender Based Violence Among Women in Idp Camps in Ethiopia: Comparative Analysis
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2024-11-01
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Addis Ababa University
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This research investigates Gender-Based Violence (GBV) against women in Internally Displaced
Persons (IDP) camps in Ethiopia, with a comparative analysis of legal frameworks and human
rights principles. Ethiopia, with over 4.5 million IDPs, faces significant challenges in protecting
displaced women from GBV due to weak legal implementation and inadequate services. Despite
ratifying key international conventions, the country lacks specific policies to address the unique
needs of IDP women. This study employs a qualitative methodology, including a comprehensive
literature review of laws, conventions, reports, and scholarly articles, focusing on Ethiopia's
context while also comparing it with the Central African Republic (CAR) and Nigeria. The
research reveals that IDP women in Ethiopia are particularly vulnerable to GBV due to systemic
issues such as the breakdown of community structures, limited access to services, and inadequate
legal protections. The study examines the effectiveness of Ethiopia's existing legal frameworks,
including its adherence to international human rights standards, and highlights the persistent gaps
and barriers faced by women in IDP camps. By comparing Ethiopia's experience with that of
CAR and Nigeria, the research identifies common challenges and successful strategies in
addressing GBV. This comparative analysis provides insights into how different legal and sociopolitical
contexts impact GBV protections and offers recommendations for improving Ethiopia's
approach to safeguarding IDP women. The findings underscore the need for comprehensive,
gender-sensitive policies and enhanced coordination among stakeholders to address GBV
effectively. The study commends to inform policy improvements, raise awareness about the
rights of IDP women, and contribute to the development of more effective legal and protective
measures against GBV in displacement settings
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Ethiopia's existing legal frameworks