WebDisclaimer The Treaty Body Database contains all public documents adopted or received by the human rights treaty bodies. Although the Database is updated regularly and attempts to ensure accuracy and reliability of the data displayed on these web pages, it may still contain some inaccuracies, which will have to be corrected over the next months. WebCEDAW’s Optional Protocol establishes procedures for individual complaints on alleged violations of the Convention by State parties, as well as an inquiry procedure that allows the Committee to conduct inquiries into serious and systematic abuses of women's human rights in countries. So far the Protocol has been ratified by 71 States.

Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women

WebThe Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women can receive and consider individual communications, also known as complaints, from or on behalf of a person or group of persons claiming to be victims of a violation of the Convention by a … radio cjan 99 3

Women in Philippines used as Japanese sex slaves demand justice

WebOct 9, 2024 · Information note on the submission of individual complaints under the CEDAW Optional Protocol A C E F R S. Meeting of States Parties: 16th Meeting of States Parties, 2010 Election of the members of the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women to replace those whose terms are due to expire on 31 … WebThe Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) is often referred to as the ‘women’s bill of rights’. It is one of the core international human rights treaties of the United Nations treaty system, which requires Member States to undertake legal obligations to respect, protect and fulfill human rights. Web2. To improve States' and individuals' understanding of CEDAW. Under a communications procedure, the Committee will be able to focus on individual cases when considering … d.p.u. 19-120