Gender-related dimensions of refugee status, asylum, nationality and statelessness of women 2014, para. 32
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Consistent with articles 2 (c) and 15 (1) of the Convention, States parties must take steps to eliminate discrimination against women in the public and private spheres and should confirm women's equality with men before the law. To this end, States should take positive measures to ensure that women are not discriminated against and that they are provided with effective legal protection throughout the asylum process, including by providing legal aid, legal representation and assistance, as necessary.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Gender
Governance & Rule of Law
Movement
Person(s) affected
Persons on the move
Women
Year
2014
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
CEDAW General Recommendation No. 32, Gender-related dimensions of refugee status, asylum, nationality and statelessness of women (2014), para. 32.