International

In this section:

• Beijing +5
• CEDAW
• International caucus
• International strategy
• International work programme

New Zealand is party to a number of international agreements that protect and promote the rights of women in New Zealand and around the world. These include the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which sets goals for the global advancement of women. 

The Ministry’s role is to help:

• protect and promote the interests and well-being of New Zealand women internationally
• ensure domestic policy is consistent with New Zealand’s international obligations.

In this section you will find information on:

CEDAW

Reports on the implementation of the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (the Convention).

New Zealand’s four-yearly ‘report card’ to the United Nations on the status of women.

International strategy

The text of the strategy approved by government for the Ministry of Women’s Affairs’ role in meeting New Zealand’s obligations in relation to women.

International work programme

The Ministry’s current work programme for International.

International caucus

A forum for government agencies, NGOs and individuals to collaborate and promote the interests of women through participation in United Nations meetings and programmes.

Beijing +5

United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women.
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