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@UN_Women
A quarter century after the Beijing World Conference on Women, political leaders, corporate executives & activists convened again to address gender equality.
At the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris they committed $40 Billion. via @nytimes #ActForEqual
nytimes.com/2021/06/30/us/…
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@UN_Women
Today, 🌍 leaders, organizations, activists, youth, philanthropists, CEOs + more gathered for the opening of the #GenerationEquality Forum Paris, where major commitments for gender equality were announced.
👇 #ICYMI, here's what happened.
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#ActforEqual
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@UN_Women
"We have to do now everything in our power to empower those who are on the front-lines of change today.
#GenerationEquality is possible if we determine to make it so."
@HillaryClinton at the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris.
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@UN_Women
"We can’t just invite girls for the picture or just for inspirational speeches. We need to be part of the conversation." – Julieta Martínez @JuAMartinezO, Founder of @TremendasCL during her dialogue with @HillaryClinton at the #GenerationEquality Opening Ceremony in Paris
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@UN_Women
"I know without doubt, gender equality strengthens democracy."
Today, @KamalaHarris, @VP of the US made important policy and resource commitments on gender-based violence, women’s economic security and sexual and reproductive health and rights at the #GenerationEquality Forum.
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@UN_Women
At the Opening Ceremony of the #GenerationEquality Forum Paris, ED @phumzileunwomen proudly announced a grand total of over 40 billion dollars dedicated to the cause of changing the world. Not just for women & girls, but for everyone.
#ActForEqual
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@UN_Women
🔵 Starting soon 🔵
Tune in to the Official Opening Ceremony for the #GenerationEquality Forum Paris where governments, international orgs, civil society, youth, private sector & activists will come together to #ActForEqual.
⏰ 9:20 AM EDT | 3:20 PM CEST
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@UN_Women
Not a single country in the 🌎 has achieved gender equality.
There’s been progress, but real change is agonizingly slow.
The upcoming #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris is our opportunity to call on the world to #ActForEqual!
📣Register to join us: unwo.men/CnT450FjTEB
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@UN_Women
"Join us in the campaign for intersectional gender equality.” - Anne Hathaway, UN Women Goodwill Ambassador
Registration is still open for the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris, the landmark event to advance gender equality.
👇 #ActForEqual
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@UN_Women
The #GenerationEquality Forum will be a place for everyone to #ActForEqual. We are creating an inclusive & diverse space that is safe for all & has a zero-tolerance policy for any type of abuse, harassment, bullying & intimidation.
Register now to join: unwo.men/bIQ150FkKWg
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@UN_Women
The #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris starts tomorrow! It's a landmark event to accelerate progress on gender equality.
You can #ActForEqual and become part of building an equal future!
👉 Register now and join us virtually: unwo.men/xA9L50FjTmV
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@UN_Women
In 1995, @HillaryClinton spoke these iconic words at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing.
Next week, she will join us at the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris.
Register now to follow all events live online: unwo.men/nHeM50Fi4cT #ActForEqual
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@UN_Women
United States Vice President, @KamalaHarris will be joining us for the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris next week.
Don't miss out on this milestone event for gender equality. Register now to participate virtually.
➡️: unwo.men/Tz4N50Fi3RT
#ActForEqual
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@UN_Women
For many women, the devastating loss of a partner is magnified by a long-term fight for their basic rights and dignity.
On #WidowsDay, explore some of the issues affecting widows and how to solve them.
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@UN_Women
Today we remember Wilma Rudolph, born #OnThisDay in 1940, who persisted in the face of adversity and never gave up on her dream to be the fastest woman in the world. #WomeninSport via @Olympics
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@UN_Women
45% of women can’t make their own decisions about their sexual and reproductive health.
In the lead-up to the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris, #ActForEqual and speak up for women's bodily autonomy: unwo.men/Dlzh50Ffuud
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@UN_Women
Even before #COVID19, women did 3 times more unpaid care work than men.
At the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris, world leaders & activists will launch concrete & ambitious actions for gender equality.
👇You can #ActForEqual & be part of the Forum. unwo.men/ZfzG50FeZPX
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@UN_Women
Your weekly motivation from climate activist @GretaThunberg to #ActForEqual and join #GenerationEquality to change the world for a better, more sustainable and peaceful future.
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@UN_Women
Believe survivors who tell you their experience with rape.
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@UN_Women
At the end of June, world leaders will meet at the #GenerationEquality Forum in Paris to catalyze change for gender equality.
This is your chance to be part of the action! Raise your voice & join us & @TheGlobalGoals in telling the world why it's time to #ActForEqual.
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@UN_Women
Last week, Robinah Nabbanja became Uganda's first woman Prime Minister!
With her appointment, women are Heads of State and Government still in only 24 countries worldwide as of 14 June 2021.
#WomenInPolitics
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@UN_Women
Here's to feminist dads who teach their kids about equality & respect, empower their daughters to defy stereotypes, and support gender equality! #FathersDay
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@UN_Women
Today, on #WorldRefugeeDay, and every day, we stand #WithRefugees.
Their voices must be heard.
Their lives must be accounted.
Their rights must be respected.
Their dignity must be protected.
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@UN_Women
Happy #FathersDay to all the feminist dads who:
🌟support equality
🌟defy stereotypes
🌟share the care at home
🌟teach their kids about respect
🌟empower their kids to resist the patriarchy
🌟and encourage other men to join the fight for an equal future
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@UN_Women
This #WorldRefugeeDay, join us in demanding policies that can ensure safety and dignity for displaced women and girls.
Together, let's stand #WithRefugees.
@UN_Women
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