Timeline of Policy Commitments and International Agreements

Abstract:

http://www.endvawnow.org/en/articles/302-timeline-of-policy-commitments-...

Decades of advocacy efforts led by the women’s movement and grassroots organizations across all regions have led to the recognition that violence against women and girls is a manifestation of systematic gender discrimination and inequality, a violation of human rights and detrimental to development. The historical developments below highlight the building momentum and increasing attention to violence against women on international and regional agendas.

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Last updated on 06/18/2015