Human rights Challenge for women in Argentine

Abstract

The history of women's human rights in Argentina is a story that covers different periods and struggles. Argentine women have been fighting for gender equality in various areas, including the right to vote, political participation, equal employment opportunities and the eradication of gender violence. One of the most important events in the fight for women's rights in Argentina was the obtaining of the right to vote in 1947, thanks to the tireless work of activists like Julieta Lanteri. This achievement marked an important point in the country's history and laid the foundation for future demands for equality. However, gender equality remains a challenge in Argentina. Over the decades, significant progress has been made in terms of legislation, such as the promulgation of the Comprehensive Protection Law to Prevent, Punish and Eradicate Violence against Women in 2009. This law recognizes different forms of gender violence and establishes mechanisms to prevent and punish it. Furthermore, the Argentine feminist movement has gained strength in recent years, with massive demonstrations such as the movement "Ni Una Menos", which seeks to put an end to femicides and sexist violence. These demonstrations have contributed to making gender violence visible and demanding concrete actions by the State and society to address this problem. Despite these advances, important challenges persist in the fight for women's human rights in Argentina. Gender discrimination continues to be a reality in many areas of society, including the workplace and politics. Furthermore, access to justice for women who suffer gender-based violence remains limited, and they often face obstacles in reporting and obtaining protection. In summary, the history of women's human rights in Argentina is a history of struggle and resistance, marked by significant advances, but also by persistent challenges. The fight for gender equality continues to be a priority on the country's political and social agenda, and it is essential to continue working to guarantee that all women can live free of violence and discrimination. This research examines the history and chronology of how women's human rights emerged in Argentina, focusing on several relevant aspects such as their origins, the struggle of the first women who had the courage to raise their voices to claim their rights, the beginnings of feminist groups and the women of great impact who contributed to obtaining these rights. This work aims to highlight the need to continue improving legislation, to ensure that future generations can benefit from gender equality in all sectors of Argentine society.