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2025 marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing fight for gender equality. Women’s and girls’ rights are facing unprecedented threats worldwide, from higher levels of discrimination to weaker legal protections, and less funding for programs and institutions that support and protect women.
On International Women’s Day, UN Women calls on everyone to stand up for Rights, Empowerment and Equality for ALL Women and Girls. UN Women’s latest report “Women's Rights in Review 30 Years After Beijing”, published ahead of the UN 50th International Women’s Day on March 8, shows that in 2024 nearly a quarter of governments worldwide reported a backlash on women’s rights.
To support government bodies in addressing the challenges posed by the war, UN Women Ukraine presents a new Guide on Gender Mainstreaming in Regional and Local Development Strategies for Recovery. This essential resource equips civil servants and officials with practical tools to integrate gender perspectives into strategic documents, ensuring equitable and inclusive development and recovery for all.
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This manifesto is for you. For the one who dreams but is afraid. Who wants changes but doesn't know where to start. Who puts her desires on hold…
