Gender Equality
Gender inequality is an affront to human dignity, a challenge to the rule of law and an obstacle to development. Denying women of their rightful place in society – by depriving them of equal access to education, justice or livelihood – means robbing societies of the talent and potential of half of their members. In securing every social need from peace to food, the role of women has been shown to be paramount.
Although gender equality is increasingly a feature of national Constitutions, the law often continues to restrict women's rights and freedoms, dictates their submission to male relatives, or limits what they may own or inherit.
CSW65 | Eliminating Discriminatory Laws: Achieving Gender Equality on Paper and in Practice during Challenging Times
CSW65 | Women Delivering Justice: Achieving Gender Parity in the Justice Sector
CSW65 | DG Jan Beagle's Statement at Women Delivering Justice side event
CSW65 Side event | Women Delivering Justice: Achieving Parity in the Justice Sector
Opening remarks by Jan Beagle, Director-General of the International Development Law Organization
Thursday, 18 March, 2021
Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening,
Statement by the Director-General, Jan Beagle, on International Women's Day
Statement by the Director-General, Jan Beagle, on International Women's Day
Today, IDLO stands with our partners, colleagues, and friends in celebrating women and girls across the globe, and in highlighting this year’s International Women’s Day theme: “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world.”
CSW 65 | Eliminating Discriminatory Laws: Achieving Gender Equality on Paper and in Practice During Challenging Times
CSW65 | Women Delivering Justice: Achieving Gender Parity in the Justice Sector
CSW65 | IDLO at the Commission on the Status of Women
The sixty-fifth session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place from 15 to 26 March 2021.
Empowering Women in Somalia's Alternative Disputes Resolution Centers
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The COVID-19 pandemic poses a significant threat to the right to food for populations, and especially for marginalized groups. In many countries, COVID-19 is intertwining with pre-existing factors affecting food security and nutrition, by limiting the access to affordable and nutritious food, including lack of economic opportunities, extreme weather conditions, ongoing conflicts and more. -
For over 15 years, IDLO has been assisting the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan develop accessible, accountable, effective and efficient justice sector institutions. While significant progress has been made, many challenges remain, frequently perceived to be rooted in the ongoing conflict, the impact of insecurity and the public’s fear for their safety. There is a strong need to address the concerns and goals of the justice sector and find innovative solutions and methods to strengthen its resilience. -
Lack of access to a fair and equitable justice system is one of the most pressing problems confronting modern Somalia on its path towards stability and reconstruction. Informal justice systems, offering alternative dispute resolution are often much better placed to respond to the immediate justice needs of many Somalis seeking justice, as they have more legitimacy and are more easily accessible. To enhance access to justice in Somalia, it is therefore essential to engage with the alternative dispute resolution systems. -
The Government of Mongolia has taken a number of legislative and policy steps aimed at tackling domestic violence. While the new legal framework undeniably offers an improved, holistic and more victim-centered approach, its practical implementation and adherence to ensuring the needs of victims requires significant technical assistance, ongoing monitoring, and effective coordination among all the relevant actors.
