International Legal Sources

This chapter comprehensively examines the legal framework concerning international obligations on gender-based violence against women. It scrutinizes binding acts to analyse the prohibition of sexist stereotypes in judicial proceedings, focusing on supranational sources and definitions of violence against women. Furthermore, it provides a detailed examination of the Istanbul Convention and its implications on combating sexist stereotypes and prejudices to enhance women's access to justice. In addition to exploring international legal frameworks, this chapter also investigates the Italy's context, evaluating legal mechanisms and support systems addressing gender-based violence. The effectiveness of these mechanisms and any challenges hindering women's access to justice are assessed, providing insights into promoting gender equality and justice in Italy.