Annotation:
The equality of men and women in the enjoyment of all human rights is enshrined in the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR). This General Comment issued by the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights discusses the equality protection offered by the Covenant. First, the General Comment outlines the conceptual framework (equality, non-discrimination, temporary special measures). Second, it discusses states parties' obligations regarding men and women's equal right to the enjoyment of their economic, social and cultural rights. Finally, the General Comment addresses the steps that are necessary to implement the equality provisions encompassed in the ICESCR, and the matter of violations.