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7. UKRAINE
a. Institutional and legislative framework
CEDAW and CRC acknowledged the incorporation of the Convention into the
Ukrainian law and its precedence over the domestic legislation. CESCR expressed its concern
about the lack of independence of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights
(ombudsman) and his ineffectiveness in protecting human rights. CESCR, CERD, HRC and
CAT recommended that Ukraine increase the funding and strengthen the independence of the
ombudsman. The treaty bodies and UN organs positively evaluated the reform programmes in
the field of equal rights of women and combating the trafficking in human beings.
b. Equality and non-discrimination
CESCR recommended that Ukraine adopt comprehensive legislation to enable
combating of all forms of discrimination. The Special Rapporteur on the freedom of
expression, HRC, CERD and CAT noted cases of racial and ethnic hatred, anti-Semitism and
aggression against migrants, foreign citizens and places of religious worship. CERD
expressed its concern about the persisting prejudices and negative attitude of the society
towards the Roma minority. CEDAW noted the stereotypical understanding of the role of
women in the society and their underrepresentation in public life.
c. Right to life, liberty and security
CAT expressed its regret about the lack of a definition of torture in the Criminal Code
and concern about allegations of the use of torture and inhuman treatment by law enforcement
officers. HRC and CAT urged Ukraine to ensure protection of the rights of detainees and
effective prosecution of torture and inhuman treatment. CESCR, CAT and HRC also
commented on the situation in prisons and pre-trial detention facilities. Similar comments
were made by CERD, CAT, CESCR and UNHCR concerning the refugee centres. CESCR
expressed its deep concern about the high level of domestic violence, and CAT reported a
very low level of prosecution of such behaviour. CESCR and HRC welcomed the adoption of
the Domestic Violence Act, at the same time urging Ukraine to define domestic violence as an
offence in the Criminal Code. CESCR and CAT acknowledged the efforts to combat
trafficking in persons, at the same time recommending that Ukraine intensify its activity in
that particular area. CESCR also expressed its concern about the high number of working
children and children living in the streets.
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