United Nations Women's Rights Conventions

The United Nations Women's Rights Conventions, specifically the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), aims to promote gender equality and protect women's rights globally. Adopted in 1979, CEDAW outlines various ways to eliminate discrimination against women in areas like education, employment, and health. Countries that ratify the convention commit to taking measures to ensure equal rights for women, report progress regularly, and address issues like violence and societal biases. It serves as a key framework for advocating women’s rights and improving their social, political, and economic status worldwide.