Elimination of all forms of discrimination and violence against the girl child 2007, para. 14.3.a
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[The Commission [...] urges Governments [...] to:] [14.3. Gender stereotypes] (a) Recognize that eliminating stereotypes calls for a deep societal change that needs to be supported through the development of strategies to eliminate gender stereotypes in all spheres of life, and foster the positive portrayal of women and girls at all levels, including as leaders and decision makers, including through developing and implementing appropriate legislation, policies and programmes, as well as awareness campaigns, to address stereotypical attitudes and behaviours that contribute to discrimination and violence against girls;
Legal status
Negotiated soft law
Body
Commission on the Status of Women
Document type
CSW Agreed Conclusions / Declaration
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Gender
Violence
Person(s) affected
Girls
Women
Year
2007
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Other
Reference
CSW Agreed Conclusions, Elimination of all forms of discrimination and violence against the girl child (2007), para. 14.3.a.