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State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Early marriage
- Harmful practices based on cultural / traditional values
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Reference AddressedContents:In 2002, CEDAW was concerned that child marriages are sanctioned under several of the legal regimes regulating marriage. It urged Trinidad and Tobago to ensure that all its laws on the minimum age for marriage and other programmes to prevent early marriage are in line with the obligations of the Convention. [Para 37] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:Stakeholder SummaryIssue:
- Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Reference AddressedContents:AI recommended that Trinidad and Tobago repeal all provisions that criminalize same sex relations, including in the Sexual Offences Act. [Para 25] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:CubaCubaRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIACSIssue:
- Gender equality
Type:CommentSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Not Followed up with a RecommendationContents:It noted the country had achieved universal primary and secondary education and achieved goal 3 of the third Millennium Development Goal by eliminating disparities between sexes in primary and secondary education. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UruguayUruguayRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIIssue:
- Sex work / "prostitution"
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Sexual violence
Type:RecommendationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:AcceptedContents:Place high priority on measures aimed at combating violence against women in the family and in society, increase the population's awareness about violence against women as well as strengthen support programs aimed at the elimination of sexual violence and incest, and prostitution as a form of exploitation.ImplementationNational Report:
Para 85) With regard to the eradication of violence against women, in February 2014, the Cabinet approved the establishment of the Central Registry on Domestic Violence for the purpose of collecting, collating, and analysing data on gender-based violence as a basis for informing policy and programmes aimed at reducing gender-based violence. An Inter- Ministerial Committee was also established in that same year to oversee the setting up of the Registry.
Para 86) Other initiatives in relation to the eradication of violence against women include the review of the Domestic Violence Act, 1999 which was conducted in 2014-2015 with a view to introducing reforms for the greater protection of victims of domestic violence; the construction of 6 new safe house facilities for victims of domestic violence to be completed in 2015; and the implementation of Women City Centres which will provide integrated services for women relating to violence against women, economic autonomy, sexual and reproductive health, community education and child care.
Mid Term Progress Report:
As regards the eradication of all forms of violence against women and gender-based violence, the Government has adopted a multi-faceted approach:
-A multi-sectoral Committee on Domestic Violence produced a Procedural Manual for Police Officers and a Report including comprehensive recommendations for addressing domestic violence. The Procedures Manual was approved by Cabinet.
-The Gender Affairs Division of the Ministry of Gender, Youth and Child Development conducts ongoing training and public education using various media, to reduce the incidence of gender-based violence. A large volume of publications is produced each year aimed at public information and sensitization.
-The National Domestic Violence Unit of the Gender Affairs Division of the Ministry of Gender, Youth and Child Development, operates a Hotline 24 hours, seven days a week and receives approximately 30,000 calls annually. The Hotline provides information, active listening support, and referrals to shelters and counselling services, as well as referrals for rapid intervention by the Police. It is geared toward victims of rape, spousal abuse, and other forms of violence against women and men.
-Nineteen Domestic Violence Community Drop-in Centres have been strengthened, with social workers and Counsellors receiving increased remuneration, support and training. The Ministry of Gender, Youth and Child Development plans to develop standards/ guidelines/ tools to improve the performance of the Drop-in Centres. The Ministry is also in the process of setting up three new Shelters, two for female victims of domestic violence and one for male victims.
-NGOs supported by Government agencies provide eleven Shelters for female victims of domestic violence, and a rape crisis centre. Counselling services, support groups and resource facilities are also available within communities to assist in the prevention and treatment of domestic violence.
-The Institute of Gender and Development Studies (IGDS) at the University of the West Indies implemented a highly successful "Breaking the Silence" project which conducted research and raised awareness nationally and in communities on the incidence of incest.
-The Government Information Service (GIS) Radio Unit produced and broadcasted a series of radio programmes that focused on violence against women and addressed traditional stereotypes regarding the role of women and men in society. Specific programmes that encouraged the public to discuss these issues and become proactive in finding solutions included: "Women Can," "Balancing the Sexes/Female Empowerment," "Family Time, Let's Talk," "Domestic Violence," "Domestic Violence - What is Love?," and "Healing our Families."
-Increased sensitization on the Domestic Violence Act, 1999 which provides Protection Orders for victims, as well as penalties, fines and possible imprisonment for breaches of the Protection Order.
-Increased media attention to domestic violence has resulted in a clear shift in public opinion from views of the past, which considered domestic violence in the home as a private matter.
-Increased emphasis has been placed on the implementation of Masculinity Programmes to equip men with strategies to cope with their changing roles and responsibilities, encourage shared family responsibilities, and reduce the incidence of gender-based violence. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:MaldivesMaldivesRegional groupAsia-Pacific GroupPolitical groupOICCommonwealthIssue:
- Sexual exploitation / slavery
- International human rights instruments
Type:RecommendationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Accede to the two OPs under the CRCExplanationThe GOTT undertook to examine with a view to signing, ratifying and implementing as applicable, ... The Optional Protocols to the CRC ...
The Optional Protocol to CRC on the Rights of the Child on the Sale of Children, Child Prostitution and Child Pornography is also another matter which has engaged the attention of the GOTT and definitive steps have been taken within domestic legislation such as the Trafficking in Persons Act, 2011 as well as the Children's Bill, 2012 which is currently for debate in the houses of Parliament. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:CubaCubaRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIACSIssue:
- Gender equality
Type:RecommendationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:AcceptedContents:Develop more equitable strategies to achieve gender equality on the basis of the assessment or examination of the different needs, constraints, opportunities and priorities of men and women. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:United StatesUnited StatesRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupOASIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Domestic violence
Type:RecommendationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:AcceptedContents:Partner with existing independent human rights organizations to monitor and evaluate government interventions that combat domestic violence. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:NorwayNorwayRegional groupWEOGIssue:
- HIV and AIDS
Type:RecommendationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:AcceptedContents:Build state capacity to develop policy and programmatic responses to address the needs of people living with HIV. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:PanamaPanamaRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIACSIssue:
- Sexual exploitation / slavery
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Training for state personnel on sexual rights issues
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:AcceptedContents:Develop sustainable and human rights-centered training programmes for the police and the judiciary regarding issues such as gender-based violence, human trafficking, migrant smuggling, sexual exploitation and forms of child abuse. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:CanadaCanadaRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupOASOIFCommonwealthIssue:
- Discrimination based on sexual orientation
- Discrimination based on gender identity
- Rights of same-sex desiring persons
- Transgender persons' rights
Type:RecommendationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Amend the Equal Opportunity Act to include sexual orientation and gender identity as prohibited grounds for discrimination, as part of a proactive strategy to promote respect for the dignity and rights of all individuals.ExplanationNoted.
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago ultimately seeks to recognise the human rights of all citizens, which includes the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgendered and Intersexed (LGBTI) community. The development of law is a dynamic process which adapts to the development of any given society. The issue of discrimination based on sexual orientation is one which remains a matter of concern in the forefront of the mind of the GOTT. Trinidad and Tobago is seen as a leader in the region in relation to the manner in which it addresses the changing needs of its population.
The HIV/AIDS high risk groups including the LGBTI community have been recognized in the National Workplace Policy on HIV/AIDS. This policy contributes to ongoing national efforts to decrease the spread of HIV/AIDS and to mitigate its impact. It does so by setting standards for managing HIV in the workplace and promoting structures and programmes to reduce discrimination.
With regard to cases of violence against a member of the LGBTI community, Section 4 of the Constitution enshrines fundamental human rights and freedoms, namely, the right of the individual to life, liberty and security of the person. Every person has the right to equality before and protection of the law. A person also has the right to respect for his private and family life. The exercise of these rights is guaranteed free from discrimination based on race, origin, colour or sex.
With particular reference to violence against the LGBTI community, the definition of rape in the Sexual Offences Act, 1986 was amended by Act 31 of 2000 to reflect a gender neutral position with regard to the complainant and the victim. This amendment serves to include protection for victims of violence in same sex relationships. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UkraineUkraineRegional groupEEGPolitical groupCISIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:AcceptedContents:Enforce legislation related to gender-based violence. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:MontenegroMontenegroRegional groupEEGIssue:
- Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
Type:RecommendationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Decriminalize same sex relations including in the Sexual Offences Act.ExplanationNoted.
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago ultimately seeks to recognise the human rights of all citizens, which includes the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgendered and Intersexed (LGBTI) community. The development of law is a dynamic process which adapts to the development of any given society. The issue of discrimination based on sexual orientation is one which remains a matter of concern in the forefront of the mind of the GOTT. Trinidad and Tobago is seen as a leader in the region in relation to the manner in which it addresses the changing needs of its population.
The HIV/AIDS high risk groups including the LGBTI community have been recognized in the National Workplace Policy on HIV/AIDS. This policy contributes to ongoing national efforts to decrease the spread of HIV/AIDS and to mitigate its impact. It does so by setting standards for managing HIV in the workplace and promoting structures and programmes to reduce discrimination.
With regard to cases of violence against a member of the LGBTI community, Section 4 of the Constitution enshrines fundamental human rights and freedoms, namely, the right of the individual to life, liberty and security of the person. Every person has the right to equality before and protection of the law. A person also has the right to respect for his private and family life. The exercise of these rights is guaranteed free from discrimination based on race, origin, colour or sex.
With particular reference to violence against the LGBTI community, the definition of rape in the Sexual Offences Act, 1986 was amended by Act 31 of 2000 to reflect a gender neutral position with regard to the complainant and the victim. This amendment serves to include protection for victims of violence in same sex relationships. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:ArgentinaArgentinaRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIIssue:
- Discrimination based on sexual orientation
- Discrimination based on gender identity
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Adopt the additional measures necessary to guarantee the full enjoyment of human rights by groups in vulnerable situations who suffer discrimination, especially because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:SloveniaSloveniaRegional groupEEGPolitical groupEUIssue:
- Gender perspective in policies, programmes
Type:CommentSession:25th session, May 2016Status:Not Followed up with a RecommendationContents:Slovenia congratulated the State's ... engagement with gender-responsive budgeting. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:FijiFijiRegional groupAsia-Pacific GroupPolitical groupPIFCommonwealthIssue:
- Discrimination based on sexual orientation
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Women's and / or girls' rights
- Discrimination based on gender identity
- Violence on the basis of sexual orientation
- Violence on the basis of gender identity
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Take the necessary steps to combat discrimination and violence against women and children, and on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Forced marriage
- Sexual violence
- Violence on the basis of sexual orientation
- Violence on the basis of gender identity
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:NeglectedContents:The country team also noted that ... civil society and stakeholders had reported that members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community were sometimes subjected to forced marriage and so-called "corrective rape". [Para 7] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Contraception
- HIV and AIDS
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:NeglectedContents:The country team stated that the Ministry of Health had not placed essential medicines on the national agenda as a priority. Penicillin, contraceptives, HIV testing kits and other items were often unavailable. [Para 29] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:Stakeholder SummaryIssue:
- Sexuality education
- Maternal health / morbidity / mortality
- Adolescent pregnancy
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:Reference AddressedContents:Poor diet and a corresponding rise in obesity and diabetes have contributed to the rise in maternal health problems. Moreover, the high adolescent birth rate (32.6, 2006-2010) is a significant contributing factor. The consequences of premature sexual activity have a disproportionate impact on young girls because their bodies are not developmentally prepared for pregnancy, in addition to the fact that they are more susceptible to HIV and other STIs due to biological factors. Education on responsible sexual behavior in conjunction with parents, in addition to community and religious leaders, is of vital importance. [Para 25] -
State Under Review:TunisiaTunisiaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICALOIFSource Of Reference:ArgentinaArgentinaRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIIssue:
- International human rights instruments
Type:RecommendationSession:41st session, November 2022Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Adopt the necessary measures to ratify the Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019 (No. 190) of the International Labour Organization, and the Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence.
ExplanationNoted. In her speech, Madam Head of Government stated that accession to the Council of Europe Convention on the Prevention and Combating of Violence against Women and Domestic Violence is left to the next Parliament for consideration. Therefore, no commitment can be made regarding this matter at present. With regard to ILO Convention No. 190, the Government has initiated dialogue and consultation activities with interested parties on the ratification of the Convention, which has resulted in the inability of the concerned parties to ratify at the present time. Note: The aforementioned conventions contain terms that establish practices inconsistent with the Tunisian reality, such as the terms "gender", "cohabitation", "sexual orientation and gender identity". The ratification of these conventions requires the harmonization of national legislation, in particular the repeal of Article 230 thereof, and the Tunisian State has already rejected, during the last Universal Periodic Review, the recommendation regarding the abolition of the aforementioned Article.
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State Under Review:TunisiaTunisiaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICALOIFSource Of Reference:SwedenSwedenRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupEUIssue:
- Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
Type:RecommendationSession:41st session, November 2022Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Amend or repeal article 230 of the Criminal Code to end criminalization of same-sex sexual relations.
ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:TunisiaTunisiaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICALOIFSource Of Reference:IsraelIsraelRegional groupWEOGIssue:
- Discrimination based on sexual orientation
Type:RecommendationSession:41st session, November 2022Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Immediately halt the use of degrading, discriminatory and unscientific “testing” as a means of proving homosexuality.
ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:TunisiaTunisiaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICALOIFSource Of Reference:UgandaUgandaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICCommonwealthIssue:
- International human rights instruments
- Women's and / or girls' rights
Type:RecommendationSession:27th Session May 2017Status:AcceptedContents:Ratify the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa -
State Under Review:TunisiaTunisiaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICALOIFSource Of Reference:TanzaniaTanzaniaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUCommonwealthIssue:
- Women's participation
Type:RecommendationSession:41st session, November 2022Status:AcceptedContents:Take further measures to ensure more women are in decision-making positions.
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State Under Review:TunisiaTunisiaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICALOIFSource Of Reference:ChileChileRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIIssue:
- Gender equality
Type:RecommendationSession:27th Session May 2017Status:AcceptedContents:Adopt legislative and policy measures to combat discrimination on the basis of gender and against children and persons with disabilities -
State Under Review:TunisiaTunisiaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUOICALOIFSource Of Reference:ChileChileRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Women's and / or girls' rights
Type:RecommendationSession:41st session, November 2022Status:AcceptedContents:Develop awareness raising strategies to combat sexist stereotypes and foster a zero-tolerance culture for violence against women.