International Women's Day

Closing of session. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) . Watch the 3007th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Executive Board of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (18-19 February 2026) - The Executive Board governs the operational activities of UN-Women and provides operational policy guidance to the Entity. Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS Programme Coordinating Board meeting · UN-Women's follow-up to recommendations of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS Programme Coordinating Board meeting Joint field visit · Report of the joint field visit to Egypt by members of the Executive Boards of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS, UNICEF, UN-Women and WFP, 26-30 October 2025 Other matters Adoption of draft decisions Organizational matters · Approval of the provisional agenda and workplan for the annual session 2026 Closing of the session · Statements by the President of the Executive Board and the Under-Secretary-General/Executive Director of UN-Women. Related Sites and Documents:  UN-Women Executive Board - First Regular Session 2026 website Watch the...

Executive Board of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (18-19 February 2026) - The Executive Board governs the operational activities of UN-Women and provides operational policy guidance to the Entity. Organizational culture · Address by the Chair of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS and UN-Women Staff Council and management action · Annual report of the Office of the Ombudsman for United Nations Funds and Programmes · Address by the Chair of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS and UN-Women Staff Council and management action · Annual report of the Office of the Ombudsman for United Nations Funds and Programmes · Update on organizational culture and anti-discrimination Anti-racism and racial discrimination · Update on efforts to address racism and racial discrimination Risk management · Update on risk management and principal risks facing UN-Women Related Sites and Documents:  UN-Women Executive Board - First Regular Session 2026 website . Watch the (3rd meeting) UN-Women Exec...

 Executive Board of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (18-19 February 2026) - The Executive Board governs the operational activities of UN-Women and provides operational policy guidance to the Entity. Engagement with UN80 Initiative, Audit matters. · Briefing on the financial report and audited financial statements of UN-Women for the year ended 31 December 2024 and Report of the Board of Auditors on the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024* · Implementation of the recommendations of the Board of Auditors contained in its reports on the United Nations funds and programmes for the year ended 31 December 2024: report of the Secretary-General · Updated status of UN-Women management actions to address outstanding audit recommendations · Update on the revised Financial Regulations and Rules JIU review of governance and oversight of the Executive Boards of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS, UNICEF and UN-Women Update on the progress of the J...

Executive Board of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (18-19 February 2026) - The Executive Board governs the operational activities of UN-Women and provides operational policy guidance to the Entity. Organizational matters · Adoption of the annotated provisional agenda and workplan for the first regular session 2026 · Adoption of the annual workplan 2026 · Adoption of the report of the second regular session 2025 Opening of the session · Statements by the President of the Executive Board and the Under-Secretary-General/Executive Director Opening the floor for statements Related Sites and Documents:  UN-Women Executive Board - First Regular Session 2026 website . Watch the (1st meeting) UN-Women Executive Board, First Regular Session 2026 Economic and Social Council

Consideration of Lesotho (cont'd).  The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2197th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Lesotho. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) 2196th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of El Salvador (cont'd) The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2195th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of El Salvador. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Watch the 2194th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

 Consideration of Czechia (Continued), The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2193rd Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Czechia, The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2192nd Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Argentina (cont'd), The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) . Watch the 2191st Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW!) Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Argentina. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) 2190th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Informal meeting with non-governmental organizations and national human rights institutions The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents.  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026 ) Watch the 2188th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

 Consideration of the Netherlands (Continued). The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2187th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

   Consideration of the Netherlands. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2186th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

   Consideration of Lithuania (cont'd) The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) . Watch the 2185th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Lithuania. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents;  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2184th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Iraq (Continued). The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) . Watch the 2183rd Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) ! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Iraq. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2182nd Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

 Consideration of Viet Nam (continued), The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2181st Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Viet Nam, The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch the 2180th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Informal meeting with non-governmental organizations and national human rights institutions The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) . Watch 2179th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Opening of Session. The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The CEDAW Committee consists of 23 experts on women's rights from around the world. The CEDAW treaty is a tool that helps women around the world to bring about change in their daily life. In countries that have ratified the treaty, CEDAW has proved invaluable in opposing the effects of discrimination, which include violence, poverty, and lack of legal protections, along with the denial of inheritance, property rights, and access to credit. Related Sites and Documents:  CEDAW 92nd Session (02-20 Feb 2026) Watch 2178th Meeting, 92nd Session, Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies