Report
UN Women Annual Report: Progress on SDG 5
The latest findings on global progress toward gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls.
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Every Woman Deserves Safety and Dignity
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Progress
The Numbers Behind the Movement
Every statistic represents a life, a family, a community. Together, we are making change possible.
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Countries Bound by CEDAW
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Women Experience Violence
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Countries Have Domestic Violence Laws
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Countries Guarantee Gender Equality
Core Rights
Understanding Women's Fundamental Rights
Women's rights are not special rights. They are human rights.
Latest Updates
News & Reports
News
Istanbul Convention: New Ratifications in 2026
Three additional countries have ratified the Council of Europe's landmark convention on preventing violence against women.
Analysis
CEDAW Committee Issues New Recommendations
The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women has published updated guidance for member states.
Legal Foundations
International Documents & Conventions
International treaties and conventions form the legal backbone of women's rights globally. These landmark documents set binding standards that governments are obligated to uphold.
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