CYBERVIOLENCE AND LEGAL PROTECTION: LESSONS FROM UZBEKISTAN AND THE EUROPEAN UNION

Abstract

This article accentuates on cyberviolence as a growing threat to women and children, analyzing Uzbekistan’s current legal framework and comparing it with the European approaches to protecting individuals from online abuse, including the United Kingdom’s Online Safety Bill (2023) and the European Union’s Digital Services Act (2024). The study identifies gaps in national legislation, highlights international best practices, and proposes recommendations for strengthening protection in Uzbekistan’s digital space.