In a world grappling with ongoing crises across various domains—environmental, economic, social, educational, and more—inequalities and discriminations relentlessly persist, placing women and children at the greatest risk of social marginalization and rights violations.
To implement effective actions and propose targeted social policies for women and children, it is crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of their living conditions and the discrimination they face.
The ChildFund Alliance World Index on the Rights of Women and Children (henceforth the World Index) illustrates women’s and children’s living conditions worldwide by measuring the implementation and violation of their rights across 157 countries.
What is the ChildFund Alliance World Index For?
The ChildFund Alliance World Index combines the diverse and extensive expertise of the 11 members of the Alliance. It is a comprehensive tool for analyzing the implementation of women’s and children’s rights across different areas of their lives from various perspectives. To summarize, the ChildFund Alliance World Index can be considered:
A KNOWLEDGE TOOL:
Through mixed-method research, the report delves deep into the root causes of rights violations and identifies crucial factors for improving the well-being of women and children worldwide. It adopts a holistic perspective, considering the complexity of individuals’ needs, aspirations, and rights. Consultation with children worldwide allows for a detailed level of disaggregation, capturing intersectional discrimination that affects different groups uniquely. This approach helps in understanding how various forms of discrimination intersect and impact children’s lives and the implementation of their rights.
AN ADVOCACY AND POLICY TOOL:
The report is grounded in an evidence- and data-driven approach, targeting areas most urgently needing intervention. It provides specific final recommendations that are actionable and tailored to address the identified issues. The tool offers a snapshot of the status of individual countries regarding the implementation of women’s and children’s rights. This detailed, country-specific information is invaluable for policymakers and advocates in understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in different contexts.
AN AWARENESS-RAISING TOOL:
The report is designed to raise awareness among a wide range of stakeholders, including the public, media, and policymakers, about the status of women’s and children’s rights at both national and global levels. It is not just a tool for insiders but aims to communicate effectively with a broader audience, including civil society. By presenting data, global maps, infographics, and compelling narratives, the report engages readers and gives them an overview of the critical issues faced by women and children. This increased awareness can drive public support and pressure for policy change.
The ChildFund Alliance Index serves as a critical resource for understanding, advocating, and raising awareness about the rights and living conditions of women and children globally. By providing comprehensive, detailed, and actionable insights, it plays a significant role in driving meaningful change.
Source: ChildFund Alliance
