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Women's rights
Germany’s commitment to women’s rights
A central place in the German Government’s human rights policy is reserved for the protection of women and the improvement of their human rights situation. Women’s rights policy plays an important role, and not just in the home affairs arena; the German Government also works to bolster women’s rights in its foreign and development policy. more
Policy on women and gender equality in the United Nations
Both the General Assembly in New York and the Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva have considered the subject of the human rights of women in a number of resolutions. more
Women, peace and security
The UN Security Council regularly considers the role of women in peacekeeping and conflicts, thus confirming that gender equality and the protection of women are key aspects of foreign and security policy. more