The ‘ISS Ottawa Principles for protecting children and parents subject to family violence in cross-border situations’ are a set of guidelines on the specific challenges arising when domestic violence crosses international borders.
The paper sets out 15 core principles to guide states, courts and other professionals in better addressing cross-border family violence. It is intended to support implementation and encourage cooperation across jurisdictions and sectors in order to enhance the protection of children and families.
Rooted in ISS-casework experience and international legal standards, these principles are designed for a global implementation while providing a basis for local adaptation and context-specific interpretation.
The publication includes recommendations on cross-border family conflict, contact rights and the recognition of foreign decisions.
