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

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April 18, 2007

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

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Adopted by the UN General Assembly in 1979, CEDAW sets an agenda for States Parties to take all measures and appropriate action including taking temporary special measures to reduce gender gaps and eliminate discrimination against women.

Resource type: 
International Agreement and Action Plans
Publisher: 
UN
Publication year: 
1979
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Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW)