Category: News
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Join Us—in NYC or Remotely—at the UN CSW!
CEDAW Rising is hosting and co-sponsoring the following events during the 70th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70). From Commitment to Impact: Drafting and Implementing Local CEDAW Legislation (Virtual) Date: Monday, March 9, 2026Time: 4:30–6:00 PM (EST)Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/i5E3r3AJRleXghmDuF6EqACo-Sponsor: UNA-USA Southern California Division Speakers: Jenni…
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Update: Our Customizable Model Local CEDAW Ordinance
We are grateful for the strong interest in CEDAW Rising’s customizable Model Local CEDAW Ordinance. We are finalizing this resource to support advocates, community leaders and government officials in drafting CEDAW legislation tailored to local needs and priorities. Here are a few examples of key changes reflected in the model…
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CEDAW Rising at CSW & NGO/CSW 2026
CEDAW Rising will be in New York City for the annual session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) and NGO/CSW during the week of March 9–13, 2026. In partnership with LA County’s Gender Impact Assessment Program, we are planning an in-person convening of CEDAW advocates,…
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CEDAW Rising’s Second National Convening on Local CEDAW Implementation
On December 10, 2025—Human Rights Day—CEDAW Rising hosted our second national convening, bringing together local leaders, advocates and other stakeholders to explore how cities and counties can use CEDAW to address gender-based violence (GBV). 📣 98 registrants from across the country🏙️ 29 cities and counties represented🧠 2 two-hour working sessions…
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Save the Date: CEDAW Rising’s Second National Convening
📅 December 10, 2025 — Human Rights Day💻 Virtual (Zoom link to be provided upon registration)🕚 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. PT / 2:00–4:00 p.m. ET Join us on Human Rights Day for CEDAW Rising’s second national convening, focused on local strategies to address gender-based violence. Our first convening drew more than…
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CEDAW Rising to Present at the 2025 Unity Summit
We’re proud to announce that our Co-Founder, Mary Hansel, will take the stage at the 2025 Unity Summit, joining an expert panel organized by Women’s Funding Network’s Sara Keilholtz. The panel is entitled: “Turn a UN Framework into Local Equity Wins.” 📅 Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | 2:30 PM…
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CEDAW Rising Joins Global Call to Uphold International Human Rights Treaties
As world leaders gather for the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Meeting, CEDAW Rising has joined 267 civil society organizations worldwide in urging Member States to uphold, preserve, strengthen and celebrate the international treaty system that protects human dignity. The open letter, coordinated by Human Rights First and ICVA, calls…
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From Legislation to Impact: Concrete Steps for Local CEDAW Implementation
CEDAW Rising is proud to share our latest research memorandum to the Los Angeles County CEDAW Task Force, which offers concrete, department-specific measures to advance gender justice in the critical area of housing. The memo highlights actionable steps that Library, Finance and Elections Departments can take to address housing insecurity…
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New UN Submission from CEDAW Rising
CEDAW Rising submitted a formal briefing to the UN, highlighting local CEDAW implementation.
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Our First National Convening on Local CEDAW Implementation
On June 10, 2025, CEDAW Rising hosted our first national convening focused on translating CEDAW commitments into local gender justice action. 📣 95+ registrants from across the country 🏙️ 20+ jurisdictions actively represented 🧠 4 strategy-focused roundtable discussions Please reach out if you’d like to be included in the next…
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