"This briefing paper aims to raise awareness of the scope and scale of GBV experienced by women and
people of diverse gender identity and expression who use drugs, and the connection between GBV and
the HIV epidemic among them. It highlights practical responses to violence against these populations
that can be adopted by providers of harm reduction and allied services. The paper also demonstrates
how adopting a gender-responsive approach to drug use benefits women and people of diverse gender
identity and expression.The paper begins with a summary of recommendations for policy and govern-
ment responses.
This briefing paper is also relevant for advocates, human rights defenders, lawmakers, police and other
stakeholders who engage with women and people of diverse gender identity and expression. Sample
resources and illustrative responses are provided in the annexes" (p. 1)
United Nation Office on Crime and Drugs (UNOCD): https://www.unodc.org/
