Publicity/Pressure
from Civil Society
Recommendations
constitute weighty directions from the international foyer to
the States party to act in a way which adequately addresses
a violation of a right enshrined in the CEDAW Convention. If
employed in lobbying and awareness-raising by civil society,
they can be important tools to achieve maximum results from
States in the execution of their obligations. Further, it is
important to note that the impact of recommendations should
not be viewed as unique to the individual or individuals who
were the subject of the communication. Rather, they must be
viewed as having a holistic influence which extends beyond the
particular violation(s) complained of. The domestic implementation
of the CEDAW Convention can make meaningful contributions to
the advancement of women at the local and national level.
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