Women's Link Worldwide presents the second annual Gender Justice Uncovered Awards (visit uncovered.womenslinkworldwide.org), which seek to identify the best and worst decisions or statements related to gender, made in English or in Spanish, within a judicial proceeding.

The winners of the Gender Justice Uncovered 2010 Awards will be announced on May 10, 2010, commemorating the historic decision that decriminalized abortion, making it a right for women in Colombia under certain circumstances.

A jury, made up of three renowned figures will choose the “Gavel” and the “Bludgeon” decisions.
The three most sexist decisions will receive the bronze, silver and gold Bludgeons ; and the three decisions that best promote gender equality will receive bronze, silver and gold Gavels. The People’s Choice Awards will be granted based on the votes from the public.

In every country, regardless of its political system, culture or religion, what judges and courts say has a tremendous influence on the sense of justice and in the day to day lives of people. This is why we are looking for them! Vote or nominate

The Awards will highlight decisions or statements made in writing, in English or Spanish, by judges, courts, committees, administrative bodies, prosecutors, defense attorneys, ombudsman officers, UN Committees, asylum boards or any other actor within a legal case, which have a positive or negative impact on gender equality, including those related to sexual and reproductive rights, gender violence and gender discrimination.

Help us uncover the true meaning of gender justice by nominating a decision or submitting your vote today! visit uncovered.womenslinkworldwide.org

Questions or Comments? Write to uncovered@womenslinkworldwide.org

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