Reviewer for CEDAW, Anti-VAWC and MCW

What is the primary purpose of CEDAW as an international treaty?

• To manage international environmental laws

• To regulate global trade policies

• To eliminate discrimination against women

• To set military cooperation standards

Which statement best describes how CEDAW aims to end discrimination against women?

• Allows temporary withdrawal of responsibilities

• Obliges states to suppress violations of women's rights

• Bans all discriminatory actions and policies

• Requires states to ensure real gender equality

The Philippines ratified CEDAW after signing in July 15, 1980. When was it ratified?

• December 18, 1979

• March 2005

• September 3, 1981

• August 5, 1981

As a state party to CEDAW, what general duty does the Philippines acknowledge?

• To prioritize trade over human rights

• To limit women’s participation in politics

• To recognize and address discrimination against women

• To defer all responsibilities to private groups

Which action is expected from state parties under CEDAW regarding existing laws and practices?

• Outsource enforcement to international NGOs

• Invalidate discriminatory laws and practices

• Delay reforms until all states agree

• Maintain traditional customs without change

Which obligations are included for state parties to implement under CEDAW? Select all that apply.

• Establish effective mechanisms for women to seek justice

• Suspend equality efforts during economic crises

• Prepare national reports every four years on progress

• Promote equality through various steps and actions

CEDAW emphasizes equality across which areas beyond civil and political rights?

• Exclusively educational institutions

• Only environmental policy areas

• Primarily military and defense sectors

• Cultural, economic, and social aspects

Which misconception about CEDAW obligations is most accurate to correct?

• Private individuals alone enforce CEDAW duties

• States may revoke responsibilities at any time

• CEDAW only targets stereotypes without legal change

• States must act to achieve concrete results in women’s lives

Which law specifically provides protection against violence for women and their children in the Philippines?

• Comprehensive Gender Equality Reform Act of 2010

• Family Protection and Safety Act of 2005

• Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004

• Women’s Welfare and Security Act of 2003

Under the VAWC Act, who are considered protected individuals?

• Current or former wife or partner of a man

• Children of the woman up to 18 years old

• Any male partner in a dating relationship

• Female neighbor witnessing abuse