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31 Jul
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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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 […]
READ MORE24 Apr
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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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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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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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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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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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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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 […]
READ MORE1 Nov
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 […]
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