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The ITCW was attended by over 2000 women from 40 countries, and specific topics include medical and economic crimes, rape, political prisoners, crimes against lesbians, spousal abuse, prostitution, pornography and femicide.
Numerous testimonies were provided in writing by women who were unable to attend the tribunal.
Attendee Frances Doughty noted that the Tribunal confirmed for her that "the oppression of women in general and of lesbians in particular is truly worldwide"
Lesbian poet Pat Parker was among the contributors of testimony, speaking about her eldest sister, who was murdered by her husband.
The first Take Back the Night march took place as a candlelight procession in association with the Tribunal.
Read more about this topic: International Tribunal On Crimes Against Women
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