Conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) remains a persistent threat in many armed conflicts, yet the role of weapons proliferation in enabling and escalating these violations often receives limited attention.
This UNIDIR resource explores the links between small arms and light weapons (SALW), arms control, disarmament, and the prevention of CRSV. It provides evidence, policy analysis, and practical recommendations for governments, international organizations, civil society, and security practitioners seeking to strengthen prevention efforts.
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