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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:
    • HIV and AIDS
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    … Anti-Retro-Viral (ARV) treatment is delivered free of charge to Seychellois patients. [Para 113]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Birth registration
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Not Followed up with a Recommendation
    Contents:
    UNHCR reported that Seychelles had a strong record in birth registration and had achieved universal birth registration. [Para 60]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Gender perspective in policies, programmes
    • Women's participation
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    CEDAW recommended that Seychelles integrate a gender perspective into national policies and programmes on climate change, disaster response and disaster risk reduction, and ensure that women participated in the development and implementation of such policies and programmes. [Para 18]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Ecuador

    Ecuador
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OEI
    Issue:
    • Sexual exploitation / slavery
    • International human rights instruments
    • Gender equality
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Conclude the process of ratification of the OP-CEDAW and to OP-CRC-SC and consider ratifying... ICESCR...
    Implementation
    National Report:
    Para 20) The Government of Seychelles ratified the 'Optional protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography' on the 11th of December, 2012.

  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Senegal

    Senegal
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIC
    OIF
    Issue:
    • Sexual exploitation / slavery
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Adopt a national action plan to combat trafficking in persons, particularly for the purposes of sexual exploitation.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Japan

    Japan
    Regional group
    Asia-Pacific Group
    Issue:
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Strengthen efforts to combat gender-based violence, including by raising public awareness.
  • 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:
    • Domestic violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Fully implement, enforce and resource the Domestic Violence Act (2020), ensuring the public is aware of its provisions and perpetrators of domestic violence are held accountable.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Denmark

    Denmark
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Discrimination based on sexual orientation
    • Discrimination based on gender identity
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Enact legislation that explicitly prohibits discrimination of all persons on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
  • 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:
    • Women's participation
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Continue its efforts to increase the representation of women in the decision-making level in the political and public life.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Sexual exploitation / slavery
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    Neglected
    Contents:
    Undertake a comprehensive study of child sexual exploitation and prostitution which assesses the magnitude of the problem, proposes possible solutions that address its root causes and evaluates the availability and appropriateness of services for the care and protection, recovery and social reintegration of the victims... [Para 23; CRC]
  • 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:
    • Sex work / "prostitution"
    • Domestic violence
    • HIV and AIDS
    • Adolescent pregnancy
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    11th session, May 2011
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    Of particular concern to the Government is the rise in major social ills. The upsurge in illicit drugs (from cannabis to heroin) and alcohol abuses invariably prompts and sustains the downward spiral of domestic violence, prostitution and deprivation not withstanding HIV/Aids, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, mental illness, child development disorders, child neglect and abuse, social behavior disorders and family distress. Teenage pregnancies and school underachievement and drop outs, for boys in particular, also represent major social challenges. [Para 17]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    National Report

    Issue:
    • Marginalized groups of women
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    N/A
    Contents:
    The Government fully supports women inmates in the form of healthcare, mentoring, counselling and rehabilitation programmes with the assistance of several agencies such as the Ministry of Health, Social Affairs Department, NGOs and Faith Based Organizations. These programmes aim to facilitate inmate re-integration in the society upon their release. It further allows for continued bonding between female inmates and their children. Currently, the female prison population stands at 13. The Prison service promotes health friendly environment facilities promoting breastfeeding for expectant mothers. The female unit has a ‘Mother-Baby unit’ which accommodates incarcerated nursing mothers with a child under 18 months old. Expectant incarcerated mothers are also provided with pre-natal care and a children’s playground has been introduced for children visiting their parents. [Para 78]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    UN Compilation

    Issue:
    • Contraception
    • Adolescent pregnancy
    • Sexual and / or reproductive rights and / or health broadly
    Type:
    Review Documentation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Reference Addressed
    Contents:
    CEDAW welcomed the adoption of the adolescent sexual and reproductive health policy, in 2018. CRC recommended that Seychelles strengthen its adolescent reproductive health programmes; continue to allow access to contraceptives for adolescents under the age of 18 years and provide a legal basis to ensure access to comprehensive health services, confidential counselling and support for pregnant adolescent girls, rather than leaving to the discretion of medical personnel decisions on waiving the requirement of parental consent for the treatment of children. [Para 47]
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Djibouti

    Djibouti
    Regional group
    Africa Group
    Political group
    AU
    OIC
    AL
    OIF
    Issue:
    • Sexual exploitation / slavery
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Pursue the efforts undertaken to combat trafficking in human beings, particularly the sexual exploitation of children and women, by stepping up the fight against traffickers.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    India

    India
    Regional group
    Asia-Pacific Group
    Political group
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Further strengthen legislative and policy measures for combatting discriminatory practices against women and girls including gender-based violence.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Ukraine

    Ukraine
    Regional group
    EEG
    Political group
    CIS
    Issue:
    • Violence against women / gender-based violence
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Create effective mechanism to prevent gender-based violence.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Netherlands

    Netherlands
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • Discrimination based on sexual orientation
    • Discrimination based on gender identity
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Bring its legislation into conformity with its commitment to non-discrimination and equality by adopting comprehensive legislation that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity, as previously recommended.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Guyana

    Guyana
    Regional group
    GRULAC
    Political group
    OAS
    OIC
    ACS
    Commonwealth
    Issue:
    • Women's and / or girls' rights
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Continue to address school dropout rates and reduce the number of out-of-school children, paying special attention to boys, while also taking measures to provide adequate vocational training for girls.
  • State Under Review:

    Seychelles

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

    Italy

    Italy
    Regional group
    WEOG
    Political group
    EU
    Issue:
    • International human rights instruments
    Type:
    Recommendation
    Session:
    38th Session, May 2021
    Status:
    Accepted
    Contents:
    Ratify the OP-CRC-IC and the OP-CRPD.

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