Reject Bill S-0228/2025 and avoid introducing criminal law reforms that could discourage survivors of gender-based violence and sexual abuse from reporting crimes.
Ensure that public policy responses are grounded in evidence. Existing data shows that false reports are extremely rare, while impunity and underreporting remain major concerns.
Strengthen access to justice mechanisms for women, girls, and children, including legal aid, psychosocial support, and survivor-centered protection systems.
Avoid reinforcing harmful gender stereotypes that portray women and survivors as manipulative or dishonest.
Comply with Argentina’s international obligations under CEDAW and the Belém do Pará Convention, including recent recommendations calling on the State to withdraw the proposed reform.
Prioritize measures that improve the efficiency and responsiveness of the justice system, rather than increasing risks and barriers for survivors seeking protection.

Considerations on Argentina’s Bill S-0228/2025 on “False Reports” and Gender-Based Violence

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