On eve of Beijing conference, DPI announces publication of United Nations and advancement of women, 1945-1995 sixth volume in blue books' series

Abstract

This document, published by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, highlights the United Nations' efforts in promoting gender equality and the advancement of women's rights over the past fifty years. It details the organization's role in codifying women's rights into legally binding international agreements and emphasizes the importance of women's participation in addressing global issues such as poverty, unemployment, and social disintegration. The document also includes a comprehensive collection of historic United Nations documents, conventions, and resolutions related to women's rights, as well as detailed chronologies of events and conferences. The publication aims to provide a valuable resource for historians, policymakers, and researchers interested in the progress of women's rights and gender equality.