JOURNAL ARTICLE

Report on the 69th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.

  • Published In: International Law News, 2025, v. 52, n. 3. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gaskins, Laverne Lewis; Echevarria, Margarita 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), held in March 2025 in New York, focusing on the review and assessment of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Established in 1946 by Eleanor Roosevelt, the CSW aims to address women's issues and discrimination, with the Platform for Action outlining critical areas such as poverty, education, and violence against women. During the session, representatives from various countries shared their progress and challenges regarding gender equality, emphasizing the need for systemic changes, strong leadership, and increased investments in women's rights. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres highlighted the ongoing struggles for women's rights and the importance of gender equality for sustainable development. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:International Law News. 2025/04, Vol. 52, Issue 3, p14
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0047-0813
  • Accession Number:187987020
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