Women’s Rights

Women’s rights refer to the rights and legal entitlements that promote and protect the social, political, and economic equality of women. This concept encompasses a range of issues including the right to vote, to work, to receive education, to have equal pay, to own property, and to live free from violence and discrimination. Women’s rights aim to ensure that women have the same opportunities and protections as men, addressing historical and systemic inequalities. The movement for women’s rights has its roots in the suffragist movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and has evolved to include various dimensions such as reproductive rights, gender-based violence, workplace equality, and access to healthcare. The struggle for women’s rights is a fundamental aspect of human rights advocacy and seeks to empower women across all sectors of society.