Gender equality and women’s rights | OHCHR
2 days ago · Our work Promoting women’s human rights and achieving gender equality are core commitments of the UN Human Rights Office. We promote women and girls’ equal enjoyment …
Women's health - World Health Organization (WHO)
Jul 15, 2025 · The health of women and girls is of particular concern because, in many societies, they are disadvantaged by discrimination rooted in sociocultural factors. For example, women …
Dismantling barriers to women's leadership in building peace
Jun 25, 2025 · All over the world, women are building peace in their communities — often behind the scenes. Dismantling discrimination and barriers to a meaningful participation of women in …
Women’s incarceration rooted in gender inequality and violence
Aug 13, 2025 · A UN Human Rights report highlights widespread gender-based violence, poor health provisions, and discriminatory legal systems disproportionately affecting women and …
Building a healthier world by women and for women is key to …
Mar 6, 2025 · To achieve this, health systems must prioritize women’s and girls’ health needs and their full participation in the workforce. By creating opportunities for women to participate …
The State of Women’s Rights - Human Rights Watch
Mar 7, 2025 · From the United States to the Democratic Republic of Congo, women and girls’ rights have suffered serious setbacks. But despite the challenges, there also have been …
Women's Rights - Human Rights Watch
Oct 15, 2025 · Despite great strides made by the international women’s rights movement over many years, women and girls around the world are still married as children or trafficked into …
International Women’s Day 2025 | OHCHR
“Her Rights, Our Future, Right Now” is the theme chosen by UN Human Rights to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025. Progress on women’s rights and gender equality, driven by …
WHO issues first global guideline to improve pregnancy care for …
Jun 19, 2025 · The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its first-ever global guideline on the management of sickle cell disease (SCD) during pregnancy, addressing a critical and …
World Report 2025: Afghanistan | Human Rights Watch
The situation in Afghanistan worsened in 2024 as the Taliban authorities intensified their crackdown on human rights, particularly against women and girls. Afghanistan remained the …