🌍 CEDAW at 40: Why It Still Matters
Did you know there is a global agreement dedicated to protecting women’s rights worldwide?
It’s called CEDAW – the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.
For 40 years, CEDAW has provided a powerful international framework for governments to challenge inequality, strengthen protections, and advance women’s rights in real and practical ways.
đź“Ť Cardiff at the Heart of Global Change
Today and tomorrow in Cardiff, leading voices from across Wales and beyond are coming together for an important international conversation.
Academics, policymakers, practitioners and advocates are sharing knowledge, experience and solutions — all focused on how we turn global commitments into meaningful local action.
As Europe’s first City for CEDAW, Cardiff is leading the way, demonstrating how international agreements can be embedded into city life to create tangible improvements for women and girls.
The Wales Assembly of Women is proud to support and contribute to these discussions, ensuring that women’s voices are central to shaping future action.
đź’¬ From Global Frameworks to Local Impact
At the Wales Assembly of Women, we believe that frameworks like CEDAW must not remain as words on paper.
They must translate into:
- Better protections
- Stronger representation
- Real opportunities
- Everyday impact for women and girls across Wales
This is where change truly happens — not just globally, but locally, in our communities.
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