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The Steps Taken by the United Nations to counter Women Rights abuses
Introduction
Since its founding in 1945, the United Nations (UN) has been at the forefront of promoting
women's rights and gender equality. Over the years, she has taken many steps and initiatives to
promote gender equality and empower women around the world. This article examines some of
the important steps the United Nations has taken to advance women's rights.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948):
The United Nations' commitment to women's rights began with the Universal Declaration of
Human Rights. Article 2 of the Declaration clearly states that "Everyone has the right to all the
rights and freedoms set forth in this Declaration, without distinction of race, color, sex, language,
religion, political or other opinion.
All Forms of Discrimination Against Women Convention on the Elimination of Women
(CEDAW) (1979):
CEDAW, often referred to as the International Declaration of the Rights of Women Convention,
is a comprehensive agreement that addresses gender discrimination in all its dimensions and
aims to eliminate all forms of discrimination against women. Over 180 countries have ratified
CEDAW, demonstrating global commitment to women's rights.
The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (1995):
The Fourth World Conference on Women held in Beijing was a landmark event for the
advancement of women's rights. The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action outlined a
roadmap for gender equality, addressing critical issues such as women's health, education,
economic empowerment, and political participation. It served as a catalyst for change in many
countries.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
The United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted in 2015, includes
specific goals (SDG 5) aimed at achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls.
These goals encompass a wide range of issues, including ending violence against women,
ensuring equal access to education and economic opportunities, and increasing women's
participation in decision-making processes.
The UN Women Entity (2010):
In 2010, the UN established UN