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1 Jul

The Interplay Between Traditional Asian Values and Women’s Rights in China

China's recent policy shift, encouraging women to adopt domestic roles to address its demographic crisis, marks a significant reversal in gender equality progress, rooted in traditional Confucian values. This policy underscores the tension between the country's demographic needs and women's rights advancements, as the government prioritises family roles over gender equality. This report explores this policy reversal in the context of international human rights obligations, highlighting the challenge of balancing cultural traditions with gender equality in a rapidly globalising world.

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1 May

Conquering the Right to Abortion: The French Journey on Women’s Access to Abortion

Simone de Beauvoir's quote from 1949 remains relevant today to fight for women's rights, particularly sexual and reproductive rights. Statistics show that six out of ten unintended pregnancies result in induced abortions, with around 45 percent of these procedures being unsafe. In Latin America, 97% of women live in legally restricted states, and in sub-Saharan Africa, nearly 6.2 million unsafe abortions occur annually, resulting in 15,000 deaths. Abortion remains a leading cause of death in the 21st century, with many U.S. states banning medical termination or restricting access.

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24 Apr

2024 European Elections: What is at Stake for Women’s Rights in Europe

The UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women has criticized a global epidemic of femicide, with recent events like the murder of Mahsa Alimi and the overturning of Roe vs […]

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1 Feb

NASA and Women’s Rights

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) have historically been male-dominated fields, with women facing barriers in entering these fields due to gender disparities, sexist hiring practices, lack of female role […]

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1 Feb

A Feminist Europe, Dream or Reality?

Since 1957, the European Union (EU) has been a key player in promoting gender equality, establishing comprehensive frameworks and empowering women within its member states. The EU supports women’s sexual […]

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8 Mar

International Women’s Day 2023

International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, serves as a crucial reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality amidst societal progress. This report underscores the importance of recognizing […]

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1 Mar

Monthly Report Women’s Rights

March is a significant month for women’s rights and gender equality, with the month beginning with International Women’s Day. This monthly report covers news and developments in women’s rights during […]

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1 Feb

International Women’s Day in Bangladesh

This report highlights the human rights violations faced by Bangladeshi women, despite constitutional guarantees of equality. Despite the country’s constitutional guarantee of equality, women still face significant disadvantages, including high […]

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1 Feb

Monthly Report Women’s Rights

This report provides an overview of women’s rights evolution and violations worldwide in February 2022. It raises awareness and ensures women’s voices are heard. Addressing these developments can create a […]

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1 Nov

Gender Equality in Canada

Gender equality is a fundamental right in many nations, aiming to create a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world. It includes equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities for all genders, including the right to liberty, security, education, and work. However, women, transgender people, and non-binary people have been more vulnerable to discrimination based on their gender since history. Most human rights instruments prohibit discrimination in treatment and outcome. Canadian law prohibits discrimination and differential treatment based on gender, with Section 28 of the Canadian Human Rights Act of 1977 stating that all Canadians have the right to equal opportunity, fair treatment, and an environment free of discrimination. October is dedicated to women, girls, and gender equality in Canada since 1992. However, statistics show high rates of gender-based violence, gender pay gap, and sexual assault and harassment against women. The report discusses ongoing human rights problems related to gender discrimination in Canada, focusing on women's rights in general and women from minority backgrounds, such as Indigenous, disabled, and transgender communities.

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