Older women and protection of their human rights 2010, para. 11
Paragraphe
Paragraph text
While both men and women experience discrimination as they become older, older women experience ageing differently. The impact of gender inequality throughout their lifespan is exacerbated in old age and is often based on deep-rooted cultural and social norms. The discrimination that older women experience is often a result of unfair resource allocation, maltreatment, neglect and limited access to basic services.
Status juridique
Non-negotiated soft law
Organe
Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women
Type de document
General Comment / Recommendation
Mode d'adoption
N.A.
Thèmes
Equality & Inclusion
Gender
Social & Cultural Rights
Personnes concernées
Older persons
Women
Année
2010
Type de paragraphe
Other
Reference
CEDAW General Recommendation No. 27, Older women and protection of their human rights (2010), para. 11.