The event was attended by the Ombudsman’s Regional Representative for Samarkand Region, an imam-khatib of a local mosque, representatives of the Probation Department of the Public Security Service of Samarkand City, and 15 individuals under probation supervision.

The primary objectives of the event were to prevent harassment and violence against women among individuals under probation supervision, strengthen the principles of mutual respect and responsibility in family relationships, and prevent the recurrence of offences.

During the open dialogue, the 15 participants received explanations regarding the adverse consequences of violence for human dignity and human rights, the causes of family conflicts and ways to prevent them, non-violent approaches to resolving disputes, and the importance of complying with legal requirements.

The importance of adopting a zero-tolerance attitude towards violence and taking responsibility for one's own actions was also emphasised. It should be noted that preventing violence and fostering a zero-tolerance attitude towards it are the shared responsibilities not only of the relevant authorities but also of society as a whole. Preventive awareness-raising activities, legal education and inter-agency cooperation play an important role in this regard.

Press Service of  the Commissioner of Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman)