Economic Empowerment Of Women
Investing in women’s economic empowerment sets a direct path towards gender equality, poverty eradication and inclusive economic growth. Women make enormous contributions to economies, whether in businesses, on farms, as entrepreneurs or employees, o...
UNWOMEN, (2013)
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Ending Violence Against Women And Girls
Violence against women and girls is a grave violation of human rights. Violence happens in public and private places. It has many forms which range from domestic or intimate partner violence to sexual harassment and assault, female genital mutilation...
UNWOMEN, (2013)
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Peace And Security
Conflicts have devastating consequences. Among other destructive impacts they can widen gaps between women and men. Women often have fewer resources than men to protect themselves and, with children, frequently make up the majority of displaced and r...
UNWOMEN, (2013)
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Women’s Leadership And Political Participation
From the local to the global level, women’s leadership and political participation are restricted. Women are under represented as voters, as well as in leading positions, whether in elected offices, the civil service, the private sector or academia. ...
UNWOMEN, (2013)
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