Spoken word: Pressing for progress
05 April 2018 |
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Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. Although the world has achieved progress towards gender equality and women’s empowerment, women continue to suffer discrimination and violence in every part of the world.
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