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State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:Stakeholder SummaryIssue:
- Discrimination based on sexual orientation
- HIV and AIDS
- Rights of same-sex desiring persons
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:Reference AddressedContents:Introduce and bring to a debate in Parliament a legislative amendment to the Equal Opportunity Act to add sexual orientation, age and HIV to be protected under Section 3. [Para 6] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:PortugalPortugalRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupEUOEIIssue:
- Women's and / or girls' rights
- Trafficking in women and / or girls
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:AcceptedContents:Intensify efforts to address trafficking in persons, including of women and children, bringing all those responsible to justice, and providing shelter, legal assistance and care to the victims. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:PhilippinesPhilippinesRegional groupAsia-Pacific GroupPolitical groupASEANIssue:
- Marginalized groups of women
- Women's and / or girls' rights
- Empowerment of women
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:AcceptedContents:Continue to strengthen measures to facilitate the economic empowerment of women especially those in rural areas. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:ItalyItalyRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupEUIssue:
- Discrimination based on sexual orientation
- 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 further steps to combat all forms of violence, abuses and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:PanamaPanamaRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIACSIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Gender perspective in policies, programmes
- Sexual violence
- Women's and / or girls' rights
- Violence on the basis of sexual orientation
- Violence on the basis of gender identity
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Adopt the National Gender Policy and the National Strategic Action Plan to end sexual and gender-based violence to ensure that gender-based violence is prioritized and receives increased budgetary allocation to implement communication campaigns addressing negative social norms and special measures to prevent sexual and gender-based violence against all women, girls, men and boys, regardless of their legal or migratory status, nationality, gender identity or sexual orientation..ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:National ReportIssue:
- Family planning
- Gender perspective in policies, programmes
- Women's and / or girls' rights
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:N/AContents:In 1971, a Woman’s Bureau was established by the Government to address the underemployment of women, and to deal with the broader issues of women’s health, family planning and education. That Bureau has been expanded to form the Gender Affairs Division of the Ministry of Planning, Economic and Social Restructuring and Gender Affairs. [Para 93] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Gender equality
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Reference AddressedContents:CEDAW recommended that Trinidad and Tobago take urgent measures to overcome traditional stereotypes regarding the role of women and men in society. [Para 19] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:Stakeholder SummaryIssue:
- Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
- Violence on the basis of sexual orientation
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Reference AddressedContents:JS2 stated that because the sexual expression of same-sex desire is treated as criminal in the law men are often forced into hiding when they become the victims of opportunistic crimes. [Para 11] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Sexuality education
- Sexual and / or reproductive rights and / or health broadly
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:NeglectedContents:Formulate adolescent health policies and programmes, with the participation of adolescents, with particular focus on the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases, especially through reproductive health education and child-sensitive counselling services; take measures to incorporate sexual and reproductive health education in school curricula; and consider means of providing particular support to pregnant teenagers. [Para 52; CRC] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:United KingdomUnited KingdomRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupEUCommonwealthIssue:
- Sexual harassment
Type:QuestionSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Not Followed up with a RecommendationContents:It asked when existing legislation on sexual harassment [...] would be implemented -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Gender equality
- Gender perspective in policies, programmes
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:NeglectedContents:Ensure that governmental policies to eradicate poverty are continuous, incorporate a gender perspective, and do not marginalize women. Revise and/or establish a social security policy along with a clear and coherent family policy in the framework of poverty reduction strategy, paying particular attention to marginalized groups including female-headed households. [Paras 47, 48; CEDAW, CRC] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:IsraelIsraelRegional groupWEOGIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
Type:RecommendationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:AcceptedContents:Raise public awareness to counter deeply rooted traditional patriarchal attitudes which lead to violence against women, as recommended by CEDAW.Implementation"Mid Term Progress Report:
- 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 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 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.
- The ""Defining Masculinity Excellence"" Programme
This Programme aims to address the gender stereotypes permeating the society. The objectives of the Programme include promoting healthy and positive relationships in the home between men and women; providing gender sensitization/training for males in various target groups; reducing the incidence of domestic and other forms of violence; increasing the number of boys staying in school to complete secondary education and further education; and providing men with the space to share their feelings and concerns openly and non-violently.
Since the Programme's inception, over 1,000 men have been trained, several of whom are now in partnership with the Gender Affairs Division to target other men and boys. Additionally, a weekly radio programme was conducted utilizing the content of the Defining Masculine Excellence Training modules to reach men who cannot attend the programmes." -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:New ZealandNew ZealandRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupPIFCommonwealthIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Training for state personnel on sexual rights issues
- Sexual violence
Type:RecommendationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:AcceptedContents:Police be trained to provide improved investigation and prosecution services to women subjected to violence including rape, and that resources be made available to improve access to shelters.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 Family Court initiative, which was piloted in 2003, provides victims of domestic violence with access to mediation and redress. Currently the Judiciary is in the process of reviewing the Family Court project with a view to expanding it throughout Trinidad and Tobago. Victims of domestic violence are able to have their cases heard in the Family Court, in an environment that is more private, and less adversarial than the Magistrate Courts or the High Court.
-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. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:GuatemalaGuatemalaRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASOEIACSIssue:
- International human rights instruments
- Gender equality
Type:RecommendationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Comply with CEDAW's suggestion to incorporate the CEDAW into its national legislation, in particular article 1 which defines discrimination against women.ExplanationIn relation to the incorporation of CEDAW into domestic legislation, many of the rights protected under CEDAW have already been incorporated into various pieces of domestic legislation. However, with regards to Article 1 and the specific definition of discrimination of women, this is still a matter to be considered by the legislature for possible amendment to the laws which deal with discrimination in Trinidad and Tobago. Currently what obtains under the Equal Opportunity Act, 2000 is that "sex" is a recognized status upon which someone is protected from discrimination. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:GermanyGermanyRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupEUIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Domestic violence
Type:RecommendationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:AcceptedContents:Fully implement the Domestic Violence Act and develop a comprehensive policy to raise awareness of and prevent domestic violence. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:AustraliaAustraliaRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupPIFCommonwealthIssue:
- International human rights instruments
Type:RecommendationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:AcceptedContents:Review and revise domestic legislation and policies to reflect the provisions and principles of the CRPD. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:National ReportIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Domestic violence
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:N/AContents:The Citizen Security Programme is one such initiative of the Ministry of National Security geared towards reducing crime and violence ... Since the establishment of the programme, twenty-two (22) high needs pilot communities were identified for implementation. This has subsequently been expanded to include eight (8) additional communities. The specific objectives of the Programme are:
... the reduction of injuries related to firearms, child abuse, domestic violence and youth violence; ...
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State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Sexual violence
- Domestic violence
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:Reference AddressedContents:The country team recommended that the Government guarantee that adequate and efficient coordination mechanisms were put in place to ensure an effective multisectoral response to sexual and domestic violence.
CEDAW inquired about the specific steps being taken to guarantee efficient coordination mechanisms in order to ensure effective multisectoral responses to sexual and gender-based violence.
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State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:UN CompilationIssue:
- Gender equality
- Women's and / or girls' rights
- Adolescent pregnancy
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:NeglectedContents:CEDAW asked whether there was a clear policy allowing for the re-entry of teenage mothers into formal education and, if so, the measures in place to enforce such provisions. ... It also requested data on the dropout rates of girls owing to pregnancy and on indirect costs of education that might impede women's and girls' access to education, in particular in female-headed households. [Para 30] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:BotswanaBotswanaRegional groupAfrica GroupPolitical groupAUCommonwealthIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Training for state personnel on sexual rights issues
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:AcceptedContents:Enhance training programmes for judicial and law enforcement officers in the areas of gender-based violence, human trafficking and child abuse. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:Stakeholder SummaryIssue:
- Maternal health / morbidity / mortality
Type:Review DocumentationSession:25th session, May 2016Status:NeglectedContents:Dedicate resources to advance in healthcare services, infrastructure and education to improve maternal health. [Para 25] -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:Marshall IslandsMarshall IslandsRegional groupAsia-Pacific GroupPolitical groupPIFIssue:
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Domestic violence
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:AcceptedContents:Strengthen efforts to combat domestic and gender-based violence by ensuring the systematic prosecution of all cases of violence against women and girls and adopting prevention programmes. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:AustraliaAustraliaRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupPIFCommonwealthIssue:
- Intersex persons' rights
- Criminal laws on same-sex sexual practices
- Rights of same-sex desiring persons
- Transgender persons' rights
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Amend the Equal Opportunity Act to prohibit discrimination against LGBTI persons, and remove laws criminalising consensual same sex relations.ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:FranceFranceRegional groupWEOGPolitical groupEUOIFIssue:
- Abortion
- Violence against women / gender-based violence
- Women's and / or girls' rights
Type:RecommendationSession:39th Session, November 2021Status:Unclear ResponseContents:Continue the efforts made to fight against violence and discrimination against women, including by abolishing the law criminalizing the voluntary termination of pregnancy.ExplanationNoted. -
State Under Review:Trinidad & TobagoTrinidad & TobagoRegional groupGRULACPolitical groupOASACSCommonwealthSource Of Reference:National ReportIssue:
- Sexual violence
Type:Review DocumentationSession:12th session, October 2011Status:N/AContents:The following pieces of legislation are currently under review by the Ministry of Justice: … The Sexual Offences Act, 1986 to expand the range and scope of sexual offences covered by the Act, and to repeal and replace the law governing the Sex Offender Registry; ... [Para 43]