CEDAW is a landmark international treaty adopted in 1979 that sets out a comprehensive framework for eliminating discrimination against women in all areas of life, including law, politics, education, employment, and healthcare.

Gender discrimination refers to the unequal treatment of individuals based on their gender, which can manifest in various forms, including unequal access to opportunities, resources, and rights.

The feminization of poverty refers to the disproportionate impact of poverty on women, resulting in higher rates of poverty among women compared to men.

In Reed v. Reed (1971), the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the state of Idaho's preference for men over women as administrators of estates was unconstitutional, establishing the principle of equal protection under the law and prohibiting discrimination based on sex.

Same-sex marriage refers to the legal recognition of marriages between individuals of the same sex, granting them the same rights and responsibilities as heterosexual couples.

The Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) is an international human rights treaty that sets out the civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights of children.

Equal pay for equal work is a legal principle that requires employers to provide equal pay for equal work, regardless of gender, race, or other protected characteristics.

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a landmark U.S. federal law that prohibits discrimination in employment based on sex, race, color, religion, and national origin.

Legal gender change refers to the legal process by which individuals can change their legal gender, typically involving a court order or administrative procedure.

The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is an international human rights treaty that sets out the civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights of persons with disabilities.

Pregnancy discrimination refers to the legal principle that prohibits discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a U.S. federal law that requires employers to provide unpaid, job-protected leave for certain family and medical reasons, including the birth or adoption of a child.

Same-sex marriage refers to the legal principle that allows individuals to marry a person of the same sex.

The International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (ICRMW) is an international human rights treaty that sets out the rights of migrant workers and their families.

Sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination refers to the legal principle that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.