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Women’s Rights Around the World
In many parts of the world women have few or no rights, and are regularly abused by both men and the government. Go to www.hrw.org, the Web site of Human Rights Watch, and find the main page for women’s rights.
1. Pick one of the main thematic issues and describe and discuss the information presented. What actions does Human Rights Watch take on this issue?
2. Pick a second main thematic issue and describe and discuss the information presented. What actions does Human Rights Watch take on this issue?
3. Pick a third main thematic issue and describe and discuss the information presented. What actions does Human Rights Watch take on this issue?
4. What changes in attitudes are necessary around the world to ensure that women receive fair and equal treatment?
5. What laws can governments pass to protect women?
6. What can the United States government and the governments of other countries do to promote women’s rights around the world?
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