In February 2008, the Council of Europe Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings became legally binding. Dr. Widad welcomed the entry into force of the Convention, noting that this is a major step forward in the fight against this modern form of slavery.
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NY: DI At UN Commission On Status Of Women
Co-founder of Defend International, Dr Widad, attended the 52nd session of the Commission on the Status of Women, held at United Nations Headquarters in New York, from 25 February to 7 March 2008. Committed to gender equality, women’s empowerment and human rights, DI representatives joined thousands of other attendees from around the globe.
Recommended Principles & Guidelines on Human Rights & Human Trafficking
United Nations, Economic and Social Council
Substantive session 2002
New York, 1-26 July 2002
Item 14 (g) of the provisional agenda
Social and human rights questions: human rights
UN: Agreed Conclusions Of The 52nd Session Of CSW
The Commission on the Status of Women, which is dedicated exclusively to gender equality and advancement of women, adopted agreed conclusions during its 52nd session.