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Law No. 150-IIIQ regarding gender (men and women) equality.

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Abstract
This Law lays down provisions for gender equality by eliminating all forms of discrimination based on gender and creating equal opportunities for men and women in political, economic, social, cultural and other spheres of public life. This Law sets out the duties of the employer in terms of applying the principle of equality and non-discrimination at the work place, non-discriminatory job descriptions and job advertisements, fair payment practices and procedures as well as equal opportunity and treatment for all workers regardless of gender. Furthermore, this Law addresses gender equality in terms of the right to education, economic and social benefits, and access to political parties, non-governmental organizations and trade unions.
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force on the day of its publication.
Notes
This is a consolidated version as last amended in 2010.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Gender (kişi və qadınların) bərabərliyinin təminatları haqqında Azərbaycan Respublikasının Qanunu № 150-IIIQ.