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Commission on the Status of Women (CSW)Chairs: Gaelle Ngabo & Hitanshee Sheth Email: [email protected] & [email protected] Topic A: Improving Access to Education for Women and Girls In many societies across the world, mostly in the Asian Pacific, misogyny still remains whether it is explicitly shown towards women or thinly veiled. Reasons such as early marriage, gender-based violence, or cultural norms that are stopping knowledge from being spread, should create an incentive for delegates in CSW to find solutions to end these discriminatory actions and come up with strategic ways to handle this ongoing situation. Worldwide, 16% of countries still do not guarantee the right to education in their governmental system, and only 58% of those who do clearly state that education should be provided without gender discrimination and bias. Around 129 million girls continue to be out of school, and a girls education is beyond getting them into school. It means that they feel safe and have the opportunity to acquire knowledge from every grade and navigate themselves against the fast paced and changing world.. Topic B: Addressing Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment Against Women Addressing domestic violence and sexual harassment against women is a key priority for not only the United Nations, but a global concern, recognizing these as severe human rights violations that impact millions of women worldwide. The approaches that many nations are taking are multifaceted, focusing on advocacy, policy development, and providing support services to protect and empower women. There are many programs in place that aim to work on multiple levels, including improving urban planning for safer public spaces, increasing legal and psychological support for survivors, and promoting gender equality through community engagement. Additionally, advocacy efforts have led to stronger legislation in numerous countries, providing better protection and support for female victims. Moreover, enhanced coordination among international bodies, local governments, and NGOs has improved the response to domestic violence and sexual harassment, ensuring more comprehensive support for survivors. That being said, the challenges that are being faced are significant. Cultural norms in many societies tolerate or even justify violence against women, making it difficult to change attitudes and behaviors. This makes it so that many perpetrators go unpunished, and many women are left with no support, and even called liars. Delegates in the CSW committee will have to work together to identify strategies to tackle these issues and provide thoughtful solutions toward addressing women’s rights when it comes to physical violence and harassment. |
