Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential. Unfortunately, there is still a long way to go to achieve full equality of rights and opportunities between men and women. It is of paramount importance to end the multiple forms of gender violence and secure equal access to quality education and health, economic resources and participation in political life for both women and girls and men and boys. It is also essential to achieve equal opportunities in access to employment and to positions of leadership and decision-making at all levels.
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential. Unfortunately, there is still a long way to go to achieve full equality of rights and opportunities between men and women. It is of paramount importance to end the multiple forms of
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential.
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
17 Goals to transform our world
The Sustainable Development Goals are a call for action by all countries —poor, rich and middle-income — to promote prosperity while protecting the planet.
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential.
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential.
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential.
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential.
Gender equality: The unfinished business of our time
Due to the powers vested in its Charter and its unique international character, the United Nations can take action on the issues confronting humanity in the 21st century, including:
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Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential. Unfortunately, there is still a long way to go to achieve full equality of rights and opportunities between men and women. It is of paramount importance to end the multiple forms of gender violence and secure equal access to quality education and health, economic resources and participation in political life for both women and girls and men and boys. It is also essential to achieve equal opportunities in access to employment and to positions of leadership and decision-making at all levels.
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and, therefore, also half of its potential. Unfortunately, there is still a long way to go to achieve full equality of rights and opportunities between men and women. It is of paramount importance to end the multiple forms of gender violence and secure equal access to quality education and health, economic resources and participation in political life for both women and girls and men and boys. It is also essential to achieve equal opportunities in access to employment and to positions of leadership and decision-making at all levels.
