This article explores the concept of gender apartheid, advocating for its recognition as a crime against humanity in international law. Codifying gender apartheid in international law would empower victims to seek justice and enhance global accountability for both state and nonstate actors involved in systemic gender-based oppression. The article proposes a detailed formula for the crime, identifying active and passive participants, along with the behaviors that perpetuate discrimination. By recognizing gender apartheid as a crime, society could be reshaped toward gender justice. It calls for a more inclusive legal framework that addresses multiple layers of discrimination and systemic oppression.
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