Three women of african descent from brazil, china , and iraq share similar experiences of resilience and resistance to mark the international day of women and girls of african descent. To achieve this, health systems must prioritize women’s and girls’ health needs and their full participation in the workforce By creating opportunities for women to participate equally at every level, including in decision making, we can transform health systems, bridge gender gaps, and build a healthier, more equitable world. “her rights, our future, right now” is the theme chosen by un human rights to celebrate international women’s day 2025 Progress on women’s rights and gender equality, driven by powerful feminist movements and women’s rights activists across the globe, have profoundly transformed our societies, making them fairer, more resilient and peaceful Gender equality lies at the core of all.
The situation in afghanistan worsened in 2024 as the taliban authorities intensified their crackdown on human rights, particularly against women and girls Afghanistan remained the only country. A global rollback of women’s rights was already underway before us president donald trump took office But now it’s in hyper speed Trump’s actions, including his broad slashing of. Since july 16, the taliban have arrested dozens of women and girls in afghanistan’s capital, kabul, for allegedly violating taliban dress codes.
The un protection cluster, coordinated by human rights, provides vital support to children, women, persons with disabilities, and the displaced. From the united states to the democratic republic of congo, women and girls’ rights have suffered serious setbacks But despite the challenges, there also have been improvements and victories. Recalling that discrimination against women violates the principles of equality of rights and respect for human dignity, is an obstacle to the participation of women, on equal terms with men, in the political, social, economic and cultural life of their countries, hampers the growth of the prosperity of society and the family and makes more. Who fact sheet on violence against women providing key facts and information on the scope of the problem, health consequences, prevention, who response.
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