The National Council of German Women's Organizations initiated the establishment of the CEDAW Alliance Germany, and serves as its host institution.

The council actively engages in advocating for women's rights and equality in politics, work, and within the family.

The organization operates on democratic principles, values tolerance, and emphasizes international cooperation.

"[3] The National Council of German Women's Organizations is a member of the Bündnis gegen ein Sexkaufverbot, sponsored by the German Women Lawyers Association, which argues that "criminalizing sex work does not protect against coercion, but leads to more health risks, violence, and precarious living conditions.

"[4] Irene Stoehr, historical social scientist and journalist and Rita Pawlowski were of the importants members of the editorial staff of this organization.