Abstract : Even so, a number of data points across time show a consistent increase in the proportion of women engaged in the labour force. They still do not, however, receive the same appreciation for their labour as do men. Men make about 80% of the labour force worldwide, while women make up just slightly more than 50% of it. Women are less likely to work in formal employment and have fewer possibilities for growing their businesses and advancing in their careers. Men earn more money than women who work. While women still do not have adequate labour rights, it is also true that these rights have been progressively growing over time. The advancement of women's right to work is the result of a long struggle. Women's labour rights have made considerable strides in the fight for gender equality. Through their tenacity and concerted efforts, advocates for gender equality have achieved significant progress. The expansion of women's labour rights has been facilitated by international accords and recognition of the unique needs of women. This chapter assesses the development and reach of women's economic rights, especially those related to labour. The chapter also discusses how the UN and ILO have strengthened women's labour rights through a number of declarations and conventions.
Keywords : Women Rights, CEDAW, International Labour Organization, Right to Work, United Nations.
Cite : Ahmed, W., & Ayyub, M. (2024). Evolution Of Women’s Labour Rights: Influential International Conventions And Declarations (1st ed., pp. 18-30). Noble Science Press. https://doi.org/10.52458/9788197357114.nsp.2024.eb.ch-03
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