Rim Alsalem

Rim Alsalem is a seasoned diplomat and the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Children, who has been in the role since 2021. Born in Egypt and residing in Jordan, she holds a law degree and has worked extensively within the UN framework. Recently, she has been in the news for her controversial statements regarding violence during the October 7 attacks in Israel, where she reportedly downplayed the experiences of Israeli women survivors, leading to significant public outcry.