International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

In the Secretariat, progress has included the strengthening of accountability measures, expanded opportunities for dialogue and engagement, increased attention to systemic racial inequities , and continued efforts to advance women's leadership and representation . Addressing historically complex and deeply rooted inequality , particularly as it relates to race and gender, requires courage and commitment. At the same time, much work remains to be done. Racism , racial discrimination , and gender inequality are systemic challenges that cannot be fully addressed through short-term measures. Building on the foundations already established, further efforts are needed to implement policy reforms and ensure lasting institutional change. Speakers will include: António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General . Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General . Sima Bahous, Executive Director, UN Women . Mojankunyane Gumbi, Special Adviser for Addressing Racism in the Workplace . Catherine ...

Informal meeting with non-governmental organizations and national human rights institutions. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women . The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination , which include violence , poverty , and lack of legal protections , along with the denial of inheritance , property rights , and access to credit . Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 93rd Session (05 - 30 Oct 2026) Watch the 3039th Meeting, 93rd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

   Informal meeting with States parties and public launch of general recommendation No. 41 on dismantling gender stereotypes and the unequal power relations that sustain them The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 93rd Session (05 - 30 Oct 2026) Watch the 3036th Meeting, 93rd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrim...

   Consideration of Cabo Verde (cont'd) The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 93rd Session (05 - 30 Oct 2026) Watch the 3027th Meeting, 93rd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Cabo Verde. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 93rd Session (05 - 30 Oct 2026) Watch the 3026th Meeting, 93rd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Angola (cont'd). The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 93rd Session (05 - 30 Oct 2026) . Watch the 3025th Meeting, 93rd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies