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. 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. 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. 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. Who fact sheet on violence against women providing key facts and information on the scope of the problem, health consequences, prevention, who response. “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. 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.
This week the taliban in afghanistan closed one of the last remaining loopholes in their ban on education for older girls and women by forbidding them from attending institutions offering medical.
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