Explore this guide for practical advice aimed at organisations representing and composed of persons with disabilities on effectively engaging with the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW Committee) to advocate for their human rights and fundamental freedoms.
This guide provides practical information on the following aspects:
- Committee functioning.
- Participation in the review of the periodic reports of the States parties to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).
- Submission of information for the days of general discussion and general recommendations
- Application for inquiries.
Participation in the work of the CEDAW Committee is a unique opportunity to present the priorities and complaints of organisations of persons with disabilities to UN experts, as well as to strengthen advocacy at the national level.
Read the complete guide below:
- The United Nations Committee on Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) – Guide for Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (Word document – directly downloadable to your computer)
- The United Nations Committee on Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) – Guide for Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (PDF document – It opens in a new tab)