Did you know that the Equal Rights Amendment, aimed at guaranteeing equal rights regardless of sex, has not yet been enshrined in the US Constitution? It’s a surprising reality, especially when considering the global efforts for women’s equality. In this episode, we’ll uncover the resilience, setbacks, and ongoing advocacy surrounding the ERA in the United States, while also delving into the international bill of rights for women known as CEDAW. But here’s the kicker – despite strides made through international efforts, disparities persist, underscoring the need for continued advocacy and support. Join us as we unravel the surprising history and explore what can be done to champion gender equality. This is a call to action for making a real difference in the fight for women’s rights. Stay tuned for an eye-opening revelation that will spark your curiosity and inspire you to take action.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Discover the transformative benefits of therapy for personal growth and empowerment.
- Uncover the profound impact and historical significance of the Equal Rights Amendment.
- Explore the global efforts and impact of CEDAW in advancing women’s equality worldwide.
- Learn about the pivotal role of grassroots campaigns in driving political movements for gender equality.
- Understand the vital importance of voting for advocates of gender equality in creating lasting change.
It’s time. It’s 2024, and all these other countries around the world have signed the CEDAW agreement, and the United States still hasn’t. And also, we don’t have an ERA for our own constitution, so what can we do? – Lori Adams-Brown
Global efforts of CEDAW
The Convention on the Elimination of all forms of discrimination against women (CEDAW) is an international treaty that aims to end discrimination against women in all forms. Global efforts under CEDAW highlight the importance of gender equality and the need for legislative measures to protect and promote women’s rights. Supporting CEDAW initiatives can contribute to creating a more just and equal society for all individuals.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Visit www.betterhelp.com/difference to get 10% off your first month of therapy.
- Donate to Justice Revival at www.justicerevival.org/donate to contribute to initiatives aimed at advancing gender equality, including efforts to promote the ratification of the ERA and uphold the principles of CEDAW.
- Join the #Faith4ERA campaign at Justice Revival with any faith community to bring your experience and perspective around the movement for women’s rights.
- Join the Difference Maker community at www.patreon.com/aworldofdifferences to access exclusive episodes, interact with exclusive posts, share your thoughts, and influence the direction of the podcast.
- Support organizations dedicated to the cause of gender equality, such as Justice Revival, by donating and standing in solidarity with women everywhere to ensure that the promise of equality becomes a reality for all.
Human rights, women’s rights, which are human rights, is so important. There’s a lot of things we can get wrong, but that should just be a basic foundation. – Lori Adams-Brown
Impactful Equal Rights Amendment
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) in the US aims to constitutionally guarantee equal rights under the law for all genders. Despite facing hurdles and delays, the ERA remains critical in advancing gender equality and ensuring fair treatment for all individuals. Advocating for the ratification of the ERA is essential to promoting equal rights and opportunities for women and girls.
Together, we can come together with our differences, male allies, women on behalf of our daughters and granddaughters and future generations, but also for us now.
– Lori Adams-Brown
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 – Introducing the Podcast and ERA
00:02:29 – The History of the ERA
00:06:06 – Global Efforts for Gender Equality
00:09:12 – Overcoming Obstacles and Call to Action
00:13:42 – Faith for ERA Campaign
00:14:59 – Call to Action for Women’s Rights
00:15:46 – Enshrining Women and Girls’ Rights
00:16:17 – Special Invitation to Join the Community
00:16:59 – Making a Positive Impact
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 – Introducing the Podcast and ERA
00:02:29 – The History of the ERA
00:06:06 – Global Efforts for Gender Equality
00:09:12 – Overcoming Obstacles and Call to Action
00:13:42 – Faith for ERA Campaign
00:14:59 – Call to Action for Women’s Rights
00:15:46 – Enshrining Women and Girls’ Rights
00:16:17 – Special Invitation to Join the Community
00:16:59 – Making a Positive Impact
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