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 Launch of UN Women's flagship Report: Progress of the World's Women 2019: Families in a Changing World. The 2019 edition of Progress of the World's Women is an extensive assessment of the reality of families today, taking into account sweeping economic, demographic, political … [Read more...] about Media Advisory: Launch of “Progress of the World’s Women 2019: Families in a Changing World”

LILING, China - Not long ago, Wen Xiujuan was swept up in a romance. Against the wishes of her parents, she moved to the small village of Liling, 300 km from her hometown, to marry a young man named Yang Liu. They lived happily with Mr. Liu's parents, who hoped the couple would … [Read more...] about In China, women work to raise the status of girls

The UN Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the appointment of world-renowned soccer player Marta Vieira da Silva as one of his new Sustainable Development Goals Advocates for 2019-2020.  The Advocates are 17 influential public figures who are tasked by the … [Read more...] about Press release: UN Women Goodwill Ambassador Marta Vieira da Silva appointed as Sustainable Development Goals Advocate

Maira Assane Amade, 23, fulfilled her lifelong dream of working in construction after participating in the Rapariga Biz Joint Programme implemented by UN Women, UNFPA, UNESCO and UNICEF.  … [Read more...] about From where I stand: “I work in construction, I am living my dream!”

Motherhood is powerful. From human rights defenders and peace-builders to community leaders and activists, the mothers in Global Fund for Women’s network inspire us every day. As many parts of the world prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating mothers’ strength and … [Read more...] about Motherhood means love: Mother’s Day quotes from around the world