1201
@UN_Women
Compromising on women's participation in decision-making or visibility in peace processes does not keep them safer.
Consistent, explicit political support for activists & their work is key to preventing attacks against them.
👉New @UN report: unwo.men/pfJe50Lg7cJ
#UNSCR1325
1202
@UN_Women
There are just 8 years left to achieve the #GlobalGoals by 2030, and gender equality cuts across all 17 of them.
We must come together to achieve #SDG5 TODAY!
#HLPF
1203
@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
1204
@UN_Women
Gender equality is integral to the #GlobalGoals and an inclusive sustainable future, but progress is too slow.
This #WomensHistoryMonth, let's focus on accelerating toward #SDG5 to keep the promise of all the SDGs.
#FiveComesFirst #WorldsToDoList
1205
@UN_Women
#WomenInSport are doing most of what the men do (and sometimes more), and doing it while being ogled, booed, scolded, sanctioned, fined and otherwise hyper-policed because of what they wear to compete.
#Tokyo2020 via @CNN
edition.cnn.com/2021/07/27/opi…
1206
@UN_Women
"Hope is taking action."
- @GretaThunberg
👏👏
1207
@UN_Women
We cannot afford to exclude girls from digital transformation. Read our statement on #DayoftheGirl: unwo.men/8rRo50GoH94
1208
@UN_Women
In her address to the 76th session of the #UNGA , Prime Minister of Norway, @erna_solberg stressed that "we must take the crises we are now facing as our call to action" and called for implementing the women, peace and security agenda. @NorwayUN
1209
@UN_Women
Women's rights = human rights!
Human rights = women's rights!
unwo.men/AY0z50FwFFk
1210
@UN_Women
Inequality.
Exclusion.
Stereotypes.
Harassment.
Discrimination.
Gender-pay gap.
.
.
.
.
Are not an #AprilFoolsDay joke.
This is why we fight for change every day.
Are you with us?
1211
@UN_Women
Despite all, the people of Iran still rise.
"Everyone has a responsibility to act against gender-based violence and oppression, wherever and whenever we witness it."
- Mana Shooshtari, Iranian-American feminist activist speaking at @SayNO_UNiTE event
#16Days #OrangeTheWorld
1212
@UN_Women
Speak up for women’s rights!
Every time, everywhere.
Let's not allow silence to be compliant to a culture of sexism and misogyny.
As the #GenerationEquality Forum kicks off in Paris, here's how you can #ActForEqual: unwo.men/lscL50Flco2
1213
@UN_Women
Digital inclusion and literacy have become a critical factor to girls’ well-being and success, opening new avenues for learning, earning and leading.
This #DayoftheGirl, join together with #GenerationEquality to make tech accessible for girls. unwo.men/XXfx50Go4pU
1214
@UN_Women
Over 2.5 billion women and girls around the world are affected by discriminatory laws and the lack of legal protections, often in multiple ways.
Learn the facts: unwo.men/gMFB50FnwBx
#GenerationEquality #ActForEqual
1215
@UN_Women
Globally, an estimated 736 million women—almost one in three—have experienced physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence, non-partner sexual violence, or both at least once in their life.
We must end violence against women.
unwo.men/9wu450HY5cK
1216
@UN_Women
"The immediate inclusion of women in the governance structure of the new leadership in Afghanistan will be the ultimate litmus test for the Taliban."
New statement from Pramila Patten, Executive Director a.i of UN Women, on the situation in Afghanistan: unwo.men/VNhL50G1Pgu
1217
@UN_Women
Human trafficking was present in 90% of the 171 wars & conflicts between 1989-2016.
On World Day against Trafficking in Persons @unwomenchief Sima Bahous highlights immediate, practical measures to achieve change for women & girls: unwo.men/bZYS50K7FEa
#EndHumanTrafficking
1218
@UN_Women
Happy Birthday, @JaneGoodallInst! 💚
Thank you for your passion, inspiration and contribution to preserving our planet.
#JaneGoodall #BornThisDay
1219
@UN_Women
What was the best feminist read of 2021?
Reply with your recommendation!👇
1220
@UN_Women
Happy birthday @RigobertMenchu!
Thank you for your voice and activism.
1221
@UN_Women
Executive Director @phumzileunwomen joined UN Women in August 2013. She has been a trailblazer in uplifting women and girls’ voices, advocating for their needs and leading our organization’s mandate for gender equality. Join us in celebrating her efforts and accomplishments.
1222
@UN_Women
Sweden is the largest overall donor to UN Women at $71.6M in 2020.
We could not be more thankful for Sweden’s generous support which enables us to promote coordination across the UN system to enhance accountability and results for gender equality and women’s empowerment!
1223
@UN_Women
Today marks the first International Day for People of African Descent.
Draw inspiration to #FightRacism and smash the patriarchy from Unity Dow.
1224
@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
1225
@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 #ClimateAction: unwo.men/1VEL50LwZYG
#COP27
@UN_Women
UN Women is the United Nations entity for gender equality and women's empowerment.