UN Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women

General Recommendation on Article 16 of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women: Economic Consequences of Marriage, Family Relations and their Dissolution

This article discusses the laws and practices governing the rights and responsibilities of married partners in states that are party to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). It focuses on those states whose laws are discriminatory against women and do not comply with CEDAW. These states often have reservations to all or parts of article 16, "Marriage and Family Life". CEDAW considers those reservations invalid because they are incompatible with the purpose of the Convention, and has called

General recommendation No. 27 on older women and protection of their human rights

This recommendation explores the articles of the Convention concerning older women and recognizes CEDAW as an important tool for protecting their human rights. The recommendation identifies multiple forms of discrimination faced by older women, outlines States Parties obligations under the Convention in relation to that discrimination, and recommends that the concerns of older women be addressed through national strategies, development initiatives and positive action.

General recommendation No. 28 on the core obligations of States parties under article 2 of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women

This recommendation aims to clarify the scope and meaning of Article 2 of CEDAW, which identifies the nature of the general legal obligations of state parties. The recommendation clarifies that these obligations include States legal obligations to protect and fulfill womens rights to non-discrimination and enjoyment of equality, and explains the nature and scope of those obligations.

Statement of the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women on the 10th Anniversary of Security Council Resolution 1325 on omen, Peace and Security(2010)

With the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security in 2000, the international community signaled its commitment to addressing the inequalities that exist between men and women in armed conflict. While attempts have been made to address the inequalities, progress has been limited and sexual violence and rape continue to be used as a means of war. One of the primary issues is the lack of an accountability mechanism to ensure implementation of the resolution.

Statement of the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women on the Need for a Gender Perspective in the Text of the Arms Trade Treaty (2012)

This statement from by the Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (the Committee) begins by establishing that gender-based violence against women is a form of discrimination that can seriously inhibit womens ability to enjoy rights and freedoms.

General Recommendation No. 24 "Women and Health"

This General Recommendation focuses on elaborating the right to health under Article 12 of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women. The recommendation outlines the obligations of states in respecting, protecting and fulfilling the right to health for women. The United Nations Committee also recognizes the central importance of addressing HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases in fulfilling the right to health for women and places an emphasis on the responsibility of governments in providing full educational information.

General Recommendation No. 15 "Women and HIV/AIDS"

This General Recommendation by the United Nations Committee for the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women focuses on the impact of HIV/AIDS on women. The recommendation states that any programs addressing the impact of the infection must include a specific focus on the rights of women and children. The recommendation encourages state parties to increase public awareness of the risk of HIV/AIDS infections. State parties are also requested to ensure that women are active participants in primary health care systems.