What is CEDAW?

CEDAW stands for Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women, adopted by the UN General Assembly in 1979 . It consists of 30 articles and usually described as an international rights for women. The countries that ratify this bill are legally binding to follow the set agenda to take action to end discrimination. Cambodia ratified CEDAW in October 15 1992. In every four years, all state parties must submit the national report to the CEDAW committee on the progress they have made on women’s right situation. ​