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UN Member State or Permanent Observer making sexual rights related recommendations, comments or asking questions to the State under Review.

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State responses to recommendations and issues raised in the UN Compilation and Stakeholder summary.

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  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    National Report

    Issue:
    • Domestic violence
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    The Family Violence (Protection of Victims) Act 2000 offers protection to victims of family violence, through protection orders. The Act imposes penalties for the breach of a protection order. [Para 54]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Gender equality
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    Neglected
    Contents:
    Constraints included the lack of a clear understanding of gender and its role in the country’s development, as well as the absence of a coordinated plan of action to initiate gender related action and to monitor gender progress. [Para 18]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Norway

    Norway
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Issue:
    • Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Bring its Criminal Code into conformity with its international commitments by taking appropriate steps to ensure that same-sex activity between consenting adults is not subject to criminal sanctions.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 57) The Government remains fully committed to protecting the rights of all persons without subjecting them to any undue forms of discrimination. Equal protection of the law for all persons continues to be guaranteed under Article 27 of the Constitution.

    Para 58) The Government remains in its consideration as to whether and to what extent legislation could be amended to better guarantee the Constitutional precept that persons of any sexual orientation are not to be discriminated against in Seychelles. It is to be noted that no one has been tried in Seychelles since its establishment as a Republic in 1976 on the basis of their sexual orientation.

    Stakeholder Summary:
    Para 10) JS2 reported that sexual minorities such as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and Intersex were experiencing stigma and discrimination, which limited their access to health and social services. It also noted that Seychelles had not yet decriminalised homosexuality, even if the Employment Act of 1995 provided for non-discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Gender equality
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    Neglected
    Contents:
    In 2009, the ILO Committee of Experts noted that, while the total number of female and male active jobseekers is more or less the same, female active jobseekers were primarily concentrated in the clerical and services occupational groups and to a lesser extent in the occupational group of professionals, and that occupational gender segregation of the labour market exists both in respect of vacancies and active jobseekers. The Committee of Experts asked Seychelles to indicate the measures taken to address occupational segregation of men and women and to promote women's access in a wider range of occupations and industries. [Para 32]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Training for state personnel on sexual rights issues
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    CEDAW recommended that Seychelles ... strengthen the judicial system, including through the allocation of sufficient human, technical and financial resources and through regular capacity-building on women’s rights and gender equality for judges, prosecutors, lawyers, police officers and other law enforcement officials. [Para 28]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Abortion
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    CEDAW recommended that Seychelles repeal sections 147 to 149 of the Penal Code to decriminalize abortion in all cases, and ensure access to safe abortion services and post-abortion care. [Para 48]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Nepal

    Nepal
    Regional group
    Asia-Pacific Group
    Issue:
    • Sexual exploitation / slavery
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Continue measures to prevent trafficking in persons and sexual exploitation.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Dominican Republic

    Dominican Republic
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    ACS
    Issue:
    • Gender equality
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Continue consolidating the national mechanisms that allow greater participation and equality of women, as well as the protection and promotion of the rights and well-being of women and girls.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Tunisia

    Tunisia
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIC
    AL
    OIF
    Issue:
    • Sexual exploitation / slavery
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Continue efforts to address the manifestations of violence and sexual exploitation of women.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Mexico

    Mexico
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    ACS
    Issue:
    • Discrimination based on sexual orientation
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    • Discrimination based on gender identity
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Adopt legislation that prohibits discrimination and violence based on gender, sexual orientation and gender identity.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Canada

    Canada
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    OAS
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • Adolescent pregnancy
    • Sexual and / or reproductive rights and / or health broadly
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Strengthen legislative, policy and institutional measures to protect the sexual and reproductive health and rights of women and girls, men and boys, including reproductive health programmes for adolescents, and to ensure access to comprehensive health services, confidential counselling and support for pregnant adolescent girls.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Chile

    Chile
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    Issue:
    • International human rights instruments
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Ratify ...the OP-CRC-IC, ...
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Chile

    Chile
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    Issue:
    • International human rights instruments
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    24th session, January 2016
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Ratify OP-CRC-IC.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 24) There is currently on-going work to further review the ‘Children Act 1982’ and incorporate provisions of the United Nations ‘Convention on the Rights of the Child’. The Cabinet of ministers has approved the Ratification of the ‘Optional Protocol to the Convention on a Communications Procedure’ in 2020. It now awaits approval of the National Assembly, expected for tabling during the first half of 2021.
    Para 113) The Government is in the process of considering the following human rights related instruments in order to determine Seychelles’ position towards signature and/or ratification: • OP-CRC-IC; …

    Stakeholder Summary:
    Para 2) … , the Seychelles Human Rights Commission (SHRC) noted that Seychelles had ratified all 9 core human rights treaties, but that Government action was still required regarding …, the OP-CRC-IC, …
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    EU
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    24th session, January 2016
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Implement its commitment to repeal Section 151 of the Penal Code to decriminalize same-sex relationships.
    Explanation
    Seychelles accepts the recommendation. Following a proposal made by the Government, in May 2016 the National Assembly approved the repeal of paragraphs (a) and (c) of Section 151 of the 'Penal Code, 1955' which can criminalize acts of a homosexual nature, as well as potentially give rise to discrimination and homophobic sentiments.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 2) The Government remains committed and fully engaged towards the review, reform and enhancement of existing legislation, and moving towards the enactment of new laws so as to remain in the forefront of advocating for the advancement of human rights practices. Some new pieces of legislation and amendments enacted since the last review include interalia: (a) The repeal of Section 151 of the ‘Seychelles Penal Code’ in 2016 thereby decriminalizing private, consensual sex between adults of the same sex, discussed in detail in paragraph 57;
    Para 57) In June 2016 following extensive intergovernmental and public consultation, the Government repealed Section 151 of the Seychelles Penal Code that criminalized private, consensual sex between adults of the same sex. The offence previously subjected the offender of felony and liable to imprisonment for fourteen years, although, notably, no citizen had ever been tried in Seychelles under this offence.

    UN Compilation:
    Para 15) [CEDAW] noted that consensual same-sex relationships had been decriminalized. It was concerned, however, about acts of gender-based violence and persistent societal discrimination against lesbian, bisexual and transgender women.

    Stakeholder Summary:
    Para 5) Regarding recommendations 120.47, 120.48, and 120.53, SHRC noted that in 2016 the Government had repealed the law criminalising same-sex relationships between consenting adults
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Mexico

    Mexico
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    ACS
    Issue:
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    24th session, January 2016
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Ensure prompt access to justice for women victims of all forms of violence, as well as prosecute all acts of violence and punish the perpetrators.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Gender equality
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    24th session, January 2016
    Status:
    Neglected
    Contents:
    The CEDAW remained concerned about persisting traditional stereotypes regarding the roles of women and men in the family and in society, which perpetuated gender inequality. It remained particularly concerned that no temporary special measures were in place to accelerate substantive equality between women and men in areas in which women remained underrepresented or disadvantaged. The Committee recommended that Seychelles include in its national gender policy comprehensive measures aimed at overcoming stereotypical attitudes about the roles and responsibilities of women and men in the family and in society. [Para 18]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Contraception
    • Abortion
    • Sexual and / or reproductive rights and / or health broadly
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    24th session, January 2016
    Status:
    Neglected
    Contents:
    The CEDAW was concerned about the high rate of teenage pregnancies, the requirement of parental consent for teenage girls to have access to contraceptives and HIV testing, the increase in unsafe abortions and the Penal Code provision stipulating heavy sanctions for illegal abortion. It called upon Seychelles to put an end to the requirement of parental consent for contraceptives; to adopt the draft national policy on sexual and reproductive health and ensure that it provides for affordable access to contraceptives and awareness-raising campaigns on women's sexual and reproductive health and rights; to repeal article 148 of the Penal Code providing for seven years' imprisonment for illegal abortion; and to provide pregnant women and girls with access to high-quality services for the management of unsafe abortion. [Para 46]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    National Report

    Issue:
    • Marginalized groups of women
    • Sexual and / or reproductive rights and / or health broadly
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    24th session, January 2016
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    Sensitization programmes on the reproductive health of women and girls with disabilities have been carried out by the Ministry of Health and the National Council for Disabled Persons. Persons with disabilities are also recognized as a vulnerable group in the draft 'National Policy on Sexual and Reproductive Health', in view of providing accurate information and user-friendly services. [Para 49]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    National Report

    Issue:
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    Review of labour laws, employment for women and youths and social dialogue feature as the three main priorities of the DWCP (Decent Work Country Programme). [Para 88]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Slovakia

    Slovakia
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Sexual abuse
    • Right to privacy
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Establish effective procedures and mechanisms to receive, monitor and investigate complaints on ill-treatment and abuse of children, including sexual abuse, through a child-sensitive inquiry and judicial procedure, including the protection of the right to privacy of the child.
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 25) The National Commission for Child Protection, which is a, high level advisory body to the Government on child protection issues, established in 2005, was revamped in 2013 with the composition members and the schedule of meetings being reviewed. The Commission now meets two to three times a year, and tries to push forward issues such as the need for amendment of legislation, collection of statistics in regards to children, and sensitization with regards to the rights of the child.

    Para 40) ... A sensitization session on GBV was held with regards to evidence collection in cases of sexual abuse and rape for health officials in December 2013.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Spain

    Spain
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    EU
    OEI
    Issue:
    • Sexual violence
    Type:
    Question
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    What is the government of Seychelles doing to combat the social stigma related to rape?
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Gender equality
    • Women's participation
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    CEDAW recommended that Seychelles introduce special temporary measures to ensure gender parity in appointed and elected positions and build the capacity of women candidates in leadership, negotiation skills and political campaigning. It also recommended that Seychelles introduce a minimum quota of 30 per cent for the representation of women in the parliament. [Para 58]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Bahamas

    Bahamas
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    ACS
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • International human rights instruments
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Ratify the CRC and the CRPD.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Egypt

    Egypt
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIC
    AL
    OIF
    Issue:
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Continue efforts to eliminate discrimination against women and children.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

    Seychelles
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Source Of Reference:

    Canada

    Canada
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    OAS
    OIF
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • Sexual violence
    • Domestic violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Take steps to enhance access to counselling and related services for victims of domestic and sexual violence, including by ensuring that adequate resources are made available
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 37) A 'GBV Working Together Manual' to facilitate various agencies working together to prevent and respond effectively in favour of GBV survivors and their families is being developed. The Manual seeks to set out the roles and responsibilities of each agency and the procedures for multi-disciplinary work in addressing GBV effectively.

    Para 146) A helpline for the empowerment of women was set up by the NGO Women in Action and Solidarity. Working together with government agencies, the helpline provides ... counseling for victims of domestic abuse.

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