Fifty-fourth Session of the Commission on the Status of Women

Sunday, February 28, 2010 - 19:00 to Thursday, March 11, 2010 - 19:00
PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes: 
General Women, Peace and Security
Peace Processes
Countries: 
Africa
Europe
Americas
Asia
Organization: 
United Nations

The Commission on the Status of Women will undertake a fifteen-year review of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the twenty-third special session of the General Assembly. Emphasis will be placed on the sharing of experiences and good practices, with a view to overcoming remaining obstacles and new challenges, including those related to the Millennium Development Goals. Member States, representatives of non-governmental organizations and of UN entities will participate in the session. A series of parallel events will provide additional opportunities for information exchange and networking.