On Removing Discrimination Against Women in Respect of Property and Inheritance Rights

This report begins with an overview of property, inheritance and housing rights under international law. Following this introduction is a review of factors at the national level which prevent the full enjoyment of human rights by women. The report contains a detailed chart of countries which fail to recognize women's equality rights in their domestic legislation, specifically highlighting the legislation of the targeted countries which prevents the enjoyment of women's property and housing rights. The final section of the paper reviews some potential best practices in ensuring that women are able to access the full range of their human rights.