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Don't let the systematic barriers and long-standing stereotypes hold you back from achieving your dreams. #GenerationEquality
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On almost every measure of development, #RuralWomen fare worse than rural men.
More action must be taken to empower them. unwo.men/shaz50JjR1o
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Maya Angelou taught us to stand up for not only ourselves, but also for our sisters.
Born #OnThisDay, Maya's words continue to inspire us in our fight for equal rights!
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𝟏.𝟐𝟓 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 women & girls don't have access to a safe, private toilet!
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This affects how women & girls are able to manage their periods, even more during the #COVID19 pandemic.
Learn more on this #MenstrualHygieneDay: unwo.men/Qbuv50Jg0ZJ v
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We stand in solidarity with the women of #Ukraine:
🕊️human rights defenders
🕊️ activists calling for peace
🕊️ civil society organizations
🕊️ civil servants
🕊️ frontline workers providing humanitarian support
🕊️ women & families compelled to leave their homes to seek shelter.
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"Young girls need to see role models in whatever careers they may choose, just so they can picture themselves doing those jobs someday."
- Sally Ride, born #OnThisDay in 1951, was an astronaut, physicist, engineer and the third woman to travel to space. 👩🚀🚀
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Did you know? Each year, 5–13% of maternal deaths can be attributed to unsafe abortion.
ℹ️ unwo.men/Jmkk50JfXz1
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Extreme poverty is on the rise and progress towards its elimination has reversed, while inadequate social protections leave women even more vulnerable.
More facts on gender equality & the #GlobalGoals in our 2021 Gender Snapshot report: unwo.men/1Lyg50JeAcT
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Taking an intersectional feminist approach to current crises can help us build back better, stronger, more resilient and equal societies.
We explain how 👉 unwo.men/LaCV50JeA88
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Don't forget these before leaving the house:
😷mask
🔑keys
👛wallet
📱phone
✔️list for dismantling the patriarchy
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It's World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, and we're celebrating the power of unity, inclusion & intersectionality in the women's movement to achieve a gender-equal world.
Diversity is our strength. Are you with us?
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Education is a human right.
Girls belong in the class room.
#Afghanistan
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Reminder this Global Accessibility Awareness Day 📣
Women and girls with disabilities must have equal access to and participation in all aspects of decision-making that impact their lives!
#GAAD
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💙 Happy International #DayOfFamilies 💙
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Girls are challenging stereotypes each day in school, sports, innovation, careers and more.
It's on all of us to build a world that gives them equal opportunities.
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UN Women condemns the killing of Palestinian-American journalist #ShireenAbuAkleh, shot on duty in the West Bank.
We echo @antonioguterres's call for an independent investigation.
Those responsible must be held accountable.
Statement by
@unwomenchief: unwo.men/6HiZ50J6I9t
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We are gravely concerned by the developments in #Afghanistan.
Together with @unwomenchief we call on the de facto authorities to IMMEDIATELY restore women’s and girls’ freedom of movement, right to work and access to all education.
unwo.men/uVXF50J40uQ
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The war in #Ukraine is increasing insecurity, sexual violence, food shortages and human trafficking. All of these are making life even harder for women and girls. This war must end now.
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Dear mothers and mother figures, Happy #MothersDay!
Today, join us in thanking them for all their love and support. 💙
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Today we remember Minerva Bernardino, a diplomat from the Dominican Republic who was born #OnThisDay.
In a profession dominated by men, she was one of only 4 women to sign the @UN Charter in 1945.
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Thank you to all the teachers who work hard continuously to ensure equal education in their classrooms, especially during the challenging circumstances of #COVID19.
#TeacherAppreciationWeek
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With an increase in internet use during the #COVID19 pandemic, women and girls have become targets of online violence more than ever.
Let's use social media to spread awareness & kindness.
Drop a 💙 in the comments if you're with us!
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