Report
Convention on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women (CEDAW) for youth
UN Women
Highlights
The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against
Women, or CEDAW, is an international legal instrument that requires countries to eliminate discrimination against women in all areas and promotes women’s equal rights.
This document is focused for a youth audience and explains the core components of the Convention, its impact and its importance for young people.
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English
