This book examines the role of women in relation to the United States Constitution, focusing on historical exclusion, evolving interpretations, and contemporary practices. It discusses milestones s…
This publication reviews the initiatives and progress made in implementing the Beijing Platform for Action, five years after its adoption at the Fourth World Conference on Women in 1995. It documen…
This report documents the proceedings and outcomes of the Gender Equality Information and Evaluation Workshop held in Mpumalanga Province in June 1998, organized by the Commission on Gender Equalit…
This case study explores the implementation of gender mainstreaming in Indonesia with a focus on women and development. It examines how government policies, institutional frameworks, and developmen…
The European Initiative for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) is a funding instrument established by the European Union to promote democracy, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights wo…
Engendering the State explores how international women’s human rights norms are transmitted, adapted, and institutionalized within national contexts. The book examines the processes by which glob…
This report presents a gender profile of South Africa in 1998, prepared for the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). It analyzes the status of women and men in key sectors s…
Are Women & Men Equal Before Allah? explores gender equality from an Islamic perspective, examining Quranic teachings, Hadith, and interpretations by scholars. The book addresses common misconcepti…
These seminal works by Mary Wollstonecraft advocate for the equality of women and men in social, political, and educational spheres. A Vindication of the Rights of Women argues for women’s access…
Human Rights: Social Justice in the Age of the Market analyzes the tension between neoliberal economic policies and the pursuit of social justice through human rights. The book critiques how market…
Human Rights: Universality in Practice explores the application of universal human rights principles across different cultural, political, and social contexts. The book examines debates on cultural…
Policies and Principles: Introduction provides an overview of foundational concepts guiding the formulation and implementation of policies in the field of human rights and governance. It outlines t…
Consolidated Report of the Republic of Indonesia on the Implementation of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination outlines Indonesia’s efforts and ch…
Fundamentalisms in Asia Pacific: Trends, Impact, Challenges and Strategies Asserting Women’s Rights examines the rise of religious and political fundamentalisms in the Asia Pacific region and the…
International Women’s Rights Cases (Cavendish Publishing) compiles landmark judicial decisions and legal materials addressing women’s rights across different jurisdictions. The book highlights …
The Human Rights Encyclopedia provides a comprehensive reference on key concepts, instruments, institutions, and figures in the field of human rights. Covering historical developments and contempor…
Harmful Traditional Practices Affecting the Health of Women and Children: Fact Sheet No. 23 examines practices such as female genital mutilation, early and forced marriage, and nutritional taboos t…
Minority Rights: Fact Sheet No. 18 (Rev. 1) outlines international standards protecting the rights of ethnic, religious, and linguistic minorities. It highlights key principles such as equality, no…
The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: Fact Sheet No. 12 provides an overview of the mandate, functions, and procedures of the treaty body established under the International Co…
The Status of Human Rights in the Arab World in 2000 offers an in-depth assessment of the human rights situation across Arab countries at the turn of the millennium. The book reviews political, civ…