National Corregedoria Advances Recommendation to Combat Political Gender Violence in Brazil
The National Corregedoria has proposed a detailed recommendation to combat political violence against women, reinforcing protective measures within Brazil's public institutions aligned with international human rights laws.
- • Recommendation promotes integrated Public Ministry action against political gender violence.
- • It outlines supportive and dignified treatment for women victims within electoral and political contexts.
- • Proposal aligns with Brazil's international obligations under CEDAW and the Belém do Pará Convention.
- • Measures include institutional dialogue, victim support channels, and immediate protective actions.
Key details
The National Corregedoria has put forward a pivotal recommendation aimed at addressing political violence against women, strengthening collective efforts of Public Ministries across federal and state spheres. Introduced during the 16th Ordinary Session of the National Council of the Public Ministry (CNMP) on October 28, 2025, and presented by National Corregidor Ângelo Fabiano Farias da Costa, the proposal underscores the protection of women's political rights and the necessity for them to participate in public life without fear.
The recommendation outlines three articles detailing practices and affirmative policies Public Ministry members should adopt when attending women victims of political violence. It emphasizes the importance of dignified and supportive treatment, fostering dialogue among legal institutions, and establishing immediate protective mechanisms. Additionally, the proposal seeks to implement humane assistance channels within the Public Ministry, ensuring victims receive rightful support.
Central to the proposal is its alignment with Brazil's commitments to international human rights accords such as the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) and the Belém do Pará Convention, both obliging effective prevention and elimination of violence against women. The recommendation calls for preventive culture shifts that not only punish violence but promote victim protection and safety.
This recommendation is currently under internal review and will be assigned to a CNMP council member for further processing, marking a significant step forward in combating political gender violence in Brazil.