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@UN_Women
Did you know?
Only 4 women were ever elected as the President of the General Assembly.
As the 76th session of the #UNGA takes place, find out more facts on gender equality & the UN: unwo.men/TCLO50Gg60U
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@UN_Women
#WednesdayWisdom brought to you by @Malala.
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@UN_Women
The global movement for women’s rights must not leave #RuralWomen behind.
On 15 October, International Day of Rural Women, join us in supporting ALL women in claiming their rights!
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@UN_Women
October marks #LGBTIQ+ History month.
We need to #ActForEqual and speak out against the discrimination, restrictions of basic freedoms and hate experienced by #LGBTIQ+ persons. 🏳️🌈
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@UN_Women
"Little by little, women are chipping away the patriarchy. The fact we have not been able to replace it yet doesn’t mean we have failed; it means that the job is monumental. But it’s not impossible." - @isabelallende
💬✒️ @nytimes nytimes.com/2021/12/10/spe…
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@UN_Women
Believe women.
Don’t excuse perpetrators.
Don’t joke about gender-based violence.
There is something each one of us can do for a safer future.
#16Days #OrangeTheWorld
unwo.men/TcOp50H4AJ6
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@UN_Women
Believe women with disabilities who share their stories.
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@UN_Women
Today we remember Frida Kahlo as a brave and creative artist.
Her legacy lives on as it continues to remind women and girls to follow their passion.
#WomenInArt
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@UN_Women
Girls often face gender biases and stereotypes from teachers early in school. This should not stop girls from pursuing a future in #STEM careers. #DayoftheGirl
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@UN_Women
Today marks the first International Day for People of African Descent.
Draw inspiration to #FightRacism and smash the patriarchy from Unity Dow.
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@UN_Women
Dear survivors of violence who are bravely speaking out:
We hear you. We see you. We believe you.
You’re not alone.🧡
RT to show your support!
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@UN_Women
Women & girls continue to struggle with the burdens of:
❌Unpaid domestic & care work
❌Informal employment
❌Motherhood penalty
❌Restrictive gender roles
which impact their mental health.
On #WorldMentalHealthDay, let us balance the load.
Are you with us?
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@UN_Women
Whether it's volunteering, organizing or mobilizing, take #MLKDay as an opportunity to do good and serve others.
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@UN_Women
Today, we remember Katherine Johnson, born #OnThisDay in 1918, who fought discrimination and helped put the first human on the moon.
✨Her legacy will continue to inspire generations of girls and #WomenInScience to never give up on their dreams. ✨
@NASA
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@UN_Women
More women in leadership = Better tomorrow
From politics to business, to sports and science, check out how you can claim your space as a leader. It’s your right! unwo.men/VF6r50FL9NU
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@UN_Women
Learn about climate change activist @vanessa_vash's work and why it's so important to make space for the voices of women of African descent in climate action: unwo.men/tUpB50KuJGc
#AfricaClimateWeek
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@UN_Women
Women continue to face many obstacles in public life and are marginalized from equally and fully participating in the highest decision-making positions.
Together, let's demand change.
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@UN_Women
💙 Happy International #DayOfFamilies 💙
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@UN_Women
The distance to equal is long and time is short.
✅ We need to step up our efforts for a better future.
#SDG5
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@UN_Women
Wise words from @Malala.
We can all speak up for a gender-equal world!
Are you with us?
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@UN_Women
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@UN_Women
This #Olympics, join us in celebrating #WomenInSport who defy gender stereotypes, make inspiring role models & promote equality! #Tokyo2020
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@UN_Women
Jeannette Rankin, born #OnThisDay in 1880, was the first woman elected to the U.S. Congress.
She helped pass the 19th Amendment, giving American women the right to vote, and was committed to promoting peace.
#HERstory
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@UN_Women
“Even before the pandemic hit, globally, women were doing three times as much unpaid care work as men."
Our Goodwill Ambassador Anne Hathaway will join the #SDGActionZone2021 to discuss the importance of gender equality. #UNGA
📅 23 Sept - 8 AM EST
📺 bit.ly/sdgzone
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@UN_Women
Findings from #WomenCount's new report, Measuring the shadow pandemic: Violence against women during #COVID19, revealed that women are feeling less safe at home as conflict such as domestic violence has increased.
ℹ️: unwo.men/VS2e50H1ygj #16Days
@UN_Women
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