Women’s Rights

Women’s rights refer to the legal, social, and economic rights that ensure gender equality and protect women from discrimination and oppression. These rights encompass various aspects of life, including voting, education, employment, reproductive health, personal autonomy, and protection from violence and harassment. Women’s rights aim to empower women to participate fully in society and make choices about their own lives. The movement for women’s rights seeks to challenge and change the systemic inequalities that women face, advocating for legislation and societal norms that promote equality between genders. Over time, the focus of women’s rights has expanded to include issues such as intersectionality, which examines how race, class, sexuality, and other identities affect women’s experiences of rights and discrimination. Women’s rights are seen as fundamental human rights essential for achieving broader social justice and sustainable development.