International Day of the Girl Child

"Now more than ever, we must renew our commitment to work together so that girls enjoy and exercise their rights and can play a full and equal part in their communities and societies. Investing in girls is investing in our common future." UN Secretary-General António Guterres

International Day of Rural Women

On average, women make up more than 40 percent of the agricultural labor force in developing countries, ranging from 20 percent in Latin America to 50 percent or more in parts of Africa and Asia. Less than 15% of landholders worldwide are women. In some countries, over 50% of girls from poor rural households will …

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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

"Ending violence against women is possible, but only if we act together, now. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on 25 November, followed by the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence, is a moment to reflect on, renew, amplify, and strategize to achieve commitments to eliminate violence against women …

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