UNCSW

The United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW) is a functional commission of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) established in 1946. The UNCSW is dedicated to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women globally. The Commission’s mandate is to serve as a global policy-making body and to provide a platform for the advancement of women’s rights and gender equality.The Commission also provides a platform for the exchange of information, experiences and good practices among governments, civil society organizations and other stakeholders, and it provides recommendations to the General Assembly, the Economic and Social Council, and the international community on how to address gender equality and women’s empowerment. The UNCSW also collaborates with other UN bodies, including the UN Development Programme and UN Women, to support the implementation of gender-sensitive policies and programmes. The UNCSW plays a crucial role in promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women, and its work has helped to bring about important changes in laws and policies related to women’s rights. Despite ongoing challenges, the Commission remains committed to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women, and it continues to play a vital role in advancing these issues globally.