On Thursday, March 7, Associated Press reported, citing a new United Nations report, that 30 years after world leaders approved a historic plan to achieve gender equality, the rights of women and girls continue to be violated, and gender discrimination remains deeply entrenched in the economies and societies of countries. The report, published by 'UN Women' ahead of International Women's Day on March 8, states that nearly a quarter of governments worldwide reported negative responses to women's rights last year. 'UN Women', a UN entity, provides programs, policies, and standards to support women's human rights. The UN report noted that despite some progress, including in girls' education and access to family planning, every 10 minutes a woman or girl is killed by a partner or family member, and incidents of sexual violence due to conflict and war have increased by 50% since 2022. The report also indicates that women have only held power in 87 countries worldwide. Antonio Guterres, the UN Secretary-General, stated, 'Globally, women's human rights are under attack. We are witnessing a mainstreaming of misogyny.' He added that the world must stand firm against this issue. According to Associated Press, the 189 countries that participated in the Beijing Women's Conference in 1995 adopted an important statement and a 150-page platform aimed at achieving gender equality, calling for actions including combating poverty and gender-based violence and placing women in high levels of business and government. The report indicates that in a new review involving 159 countries, the UN stated that countries have made significant strides in gender equality and women's rights over the past five years, but these rights continue to face increasing threats worldwide. Several women activists state that March 8 is a day of struggle for women for equality with men. Narges Mohammadi: The struggle of Iranian women against gender apartheid continues. Amnesty International: The Islamic Republic must end the 'war against women' in Iran and abolish mandatory hijab. The 'Alliance Against Gender Apartheid' campaign: The Islamic Republic and the Taliban should be classified as gender apartheid regimes. Statements from several trade unions in Iran on the occasion of International Women's Day: Women have become pioneers of struggles.
UN: Women's and Girls' Rights Continue to Be Violated Worldwide
A new UN report highlights ongoing violations of women's and girls' rights globally, despite some progress in gender equality. The report notes alarming statistics, including a woman or girl being killed every 10 minutes and a significant increase in sexual violence due to conflict. Activists emphasize the need for continued struggle for equality, particularly in countries like Iran.
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📰 What Happened
A new UN report reveals that women's and girls' rights are still being violated worldwide, with alarming statistics on violence against them. Despite some progress in gender equality, the report emphasizes the need for continued advocacy and action.
- Every 10 minutes, a woman or girl is killed by a partner or family member.
- Incidents of sexual violence due to conflict have increased by 50% since 2022.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Despite some advancements in women's rights over the past decades, many countries, including Iran, continue to enforce laws and practices that severely restrict women's freedoms.
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