The Women’s Cultural and Social Society played a pivotal role in advocating for Kuwaiti women to assume judicial positions. Through campaigns, conferences, and meetings, the society countered opposition and created momentum for reform.
SDG Goal 5: Gender Equality
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
Timeline
2017 – 2020
Results
- Appointment of 8 female judges in 2020.
- Organized intensive advocacy campaigns.
- Hosted the Arab Regional Conference “Women and the Judiciary” with 22 Arab and Gulf female judges.
- Organized forums with decision-makers and submitted recommendations to the Supreme Judicial Council.
Impact
- Raised awareness about women’s judiciary role.
- Accelerated official decision-making.
- Shared successful regional experiences.
- Strengthened support for gender equality in judiciary.
