Women's Rights
Definition
Women's rights encompass social, political, and economic rights specifically addressing issues faced by women. They include suffrage (the right to vote), access to education, equal pay for equal work, reproductive rights, and protection against gender-based violence.
Analogy
Think of women's rights as different ingredients necessary for baking a cake. Without each ingredient carefully measured and added in the right proportions, the cake won't be fully baked or enjoyable.
Related terms
Feminism: A social movement advocating for gender equality on all fronts.
Suffrage: The right to vote in public elections.
Gender-Based Violence: Any form of physical or psychological harm inflicted on individuals based on their gender identity or perceived gender roles.
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