Minister Haxhiu: State institutions, police, prosecution and courts must protect victims

During this conference, Minister Haxhiu revealed the priorities of the Ministry of Justice against domestic violence and gender-based violence.

“Inequality and violence, especially gender-based violence, are closely linked. As a new government, we are committed to alleviating economic inequality, but we are also deeply committed to protecting and assisting women who are victims of this violence. The state institutions, the police, the prosecution and the courts must protect and not prejudice the victims”, stated Minister Haxhiu.

In front of those present, Minister Haxhiu spoke about the importance of combating any form of violence with special emphasis on gender-based violence.

Among other things, Minister Haxhiu spoke about the Government’s commitment to the fight against domestic violence, while pointing out that the Government of Kosovo has allocated a budget for the shelters for which the Ministry of Justice has requested so that they be returned under the umbrella of this institution.