The U.N. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women
http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/R40750_20090807.pdf
Subtitled: Issues in the U.S. Ratification Debate. CEDAW is the only international human rights treaty that specifically addresses the rights of women. It calls on nations to eliminate discrimination against women in all areas of life. It has been ratified by 186 nations. The U.S. is the only nation to sign but not ratify the Convention. Opponents have argued that it will undermine U.S. sovereignty. This report provides an overview of the Convention, its background, objectives, and structure, and the U.S. policy debate. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.
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