Women's Rights in Russia
Although the Soviet Union collapsed 18 years ago, women's rights have not made great progress in what is now Russia. Repeatedly on the list of organizations which tally human rights violations across the world, Russia is known to still stifle and oppress their female citizenry. Specifically the region of Chechnya, known for committing human rights atrocities, is constantly being exposed for its actions.
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Historically
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Even since the time when Russia was under Stalin's rule, women have had little or no power. While there were a few women that held government office, they were not positions of any prominence and women were still referred to in a derogatory manner. The women who did hold office or were married to prominent officials were referred to as "mistresses of the country."
Violence
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Women in Russia are beaten by their husbands to the tune of 36,000 per day. In addition, a Russian women is murdered every 40 minutes in domestic violence. The government offers no resolution to the rampant abuse of women in its society.
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Harassment
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The United States has called for Russia to take action against the harassment directed at activists, journalists and members of the Memorial Human Rights Center. The bullying and threats are conducted by local security services.
Attacks
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Human rights organizations fighting for equality are under attack. Their offices are set on fire and their leaders kidnapped and tortured. Officially, the Russia government has nothing to do with the attacks, nor does it engage in full-scale investigations to capture the people and groups responsible.
Assasinations
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Numerous female activists have been assassinated for their efforts to curb the mayhem which continues daily. Many of these women are journalists and political activists who are trying to stem the violation of women in their country.
Future
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While there are still severe violations of women's rights, including assasinations, women continue to fight. There are women who have become politically active and hold government office. Women are also becoming more active in business.
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Anyway women rights in Russia are protected by law in comparison to your Country.
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this is vry awo full thng in rassia where women. beaten by their husbands to the tune of 36,000 per day. In addition, a Russian women is murdered every 40 minutes in domestic violence. why Rassian Govt not take any step agans this men.
