United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW)

The United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) is an international treaty adopted in 1979 aimed at achieving gender equality. It outlines women's rights and urges countries to eliminate discrimination against women in various areas, including politics, education, and health. States that ratify CEDAW commit to taking legal and practical measures to ensure women's equal rights and opportunities. The convention promotes the idea that gender equality benefits all of society, encouraging nations to create policies that support women's empowerment and address issues like violence against women and economic inequality.