UN on Iraq women: Progress, but more needed

2025-03-08T11:30:09+00:00

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Shafaq News/ Iraq has made “notable”
strides in advancing gender equality and empowering women, but further
legislative action is needed to protect them from violence, the United Nations revealed
on Saturday.

In a statement marking
International Women’s Day, the UN commended Iraq for achieving its designated
quotas for women’s political participation and advancing gender equality in
line with Sustainable Development Goal 5.

“The Government of Iraq has adopted comprehensive
and ambitious frameworks to empower women, including the National Strategy for
Iraqi Women,” the UN said, adding that the country is preparing to launch its
third National Action Plan on Women, Peace, and Security.

Despite these advancements, the UN
stressed that Iraq must introduce stronger legal protections for women against
violence, expand their participation in the workforce, and improve their
representation in decision-making roles across all sectors.

The organization urged Iraqi institutions
to uphold and build on recent progress, particularly in women’s political
engagement, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding these gains in the
lead-up to upcoming parliamentary elections and reaffirming its commitment to
supporting Iraqi institutions in advancing women’s rights, ensuring their
protection, and amplifying their voices in national development.

“We celebrate the momentum gained and
encourage all stakeholders to build on this foundation, driving forward a
future where every woman and girl in Iraq thrives with strength, resilience and
boundless opportunities,” the UN concluded.

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