Aims

Consultation and action to empower women to work towards improving the quality of life for women, families and society, through a forum of member organisations.

Main objectives

to work towards equal rights and responsibilities and equality of opportunity for all people in all spheres of life
to promote human rights and eliminate all forms of discrimination
to promote measures to advance women's participation at all levels, especially in decision making positions
to raise awareness of women's contribution to society and the National Gross Product
to promote development
to work for peace and understanding among all peoples

How does NCW Austria achieve its aims

The Council

arranges seminars and lectures on topical issues
works out position papers and expert assessments on new or changing legislation
cooperates with Vienna based NGO Committees, Ministries and communities
works to meet the Beijing Platform for Action and the Plans of Action of ICW's Standing Committees
provides and spreads information about national and international women-relevant activities, trends and development
informs women on their rights
promotes cultural events
encourages networking among member organisations, NCW's and ICW's Standing Committees
watches the media, including the Internet
monitors the legal situation and the implementation of existing laws
promotes positive measures in order to support families