The United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) concluded its 70th session in 2026, where member states adopted important conclusions on gender equality.
It is a functional commission under the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and the main global body for women’s rights.
Established in 1946, it aims to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment across political, economic, and social fields.
It sets global standards, monitors progress on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5, and reviews implementation of international agreements.
It focuses on issues like legal reforms, digital safety, access to justice, and women’s health rights worldwide.