On the other hand, the promotion of respect for diversity and tolerance is crucial
for the creation of a society which is free from discrimination and violence. For
this purpose, the EU seeks to raise awareness among its population both about
their rights and also about the benefits of diversity. By way of example, the EU
supports an -information campaign "For Diversity. Against Discrimination.",
featuring public events, awards for journalists and competitions for young people.
In this connection, we support the thrust of the draft recommendations regarding
training and awareness-raising, as well as the draft recommendations no. 36 and
37.
In respect of recommendation no. 39, which we can also support, we'd like to
stress that any violence against women and girls under the pretext of a religious
prescription or practice - for example honour killings, FGM or early and forced
marriage —deserves to be cdndemned.
Thank you.