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** UN Women calls upon all stakeholders to listen to the voices of women in Myanmar in response to political events
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We echo the words of the United Nations Secretary-General reaffirming the unwavering support of the United Nations to the people of Myanmar in their pursuit of democracy, peace, human rights and the rule of law. Read more » ([link removed])


** UN Women Executive Board First Regular Session 2021
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Looking to build back better from the pandemic, for a world which is green, equitable, gender-responsive and inclusive, the UN Women Executive Board convened for this year’s First Regular Session 15-16 February.

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** 18 new leaders join bold global drive for gender equality: Organizations join forces ahead of landmark 2021 Generation Equality Forum
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[link removed] the run up to 2021's landmark Generation Equality Forum, 18 new organizations have stepped up to steer Generation Equality Action Coalitions. These leading organizations are part of a major drive towards action and commitments on women and girls’ rights in the forum. Read more » ([link removed])

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** The EBRD and UN Women join forces to address pandemic’s economic impact on women
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[link removed] European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and UN Women will seek to jointly contribute to women's and girls' socio-economic resilience in the long-term recovery from the pandemic. Read more » ([link removed])


** GET INSPIRED
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Every day, women and girls around the world are making tremendous contributions, including during the ongoing pandemic. This past week, we celebrated International Day of Women and Girls in Science by highlighting just some of their inspiring stories. In focus page ([link removed]) | Joint message from UN Women Executive Director and UNESCO Director-General ([link removed]) | Social media quote cards ([link removed])
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Video: Why Support Women and Girls in Science and Technology? ([link removed])

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Women in science who are making a difference during the pandemic ([link removed])

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"Solutions of tomorrow need different perspectives and they need collaboration." — Gitanjali Rao, scientist, activist, TIME's 2020 Kid of the Year Web feature ([link removed]) | Instagram live ([link removed])
More inspirational stories:
* Kyzzhibek Batyrkanova, leader of Kyrgyzstan’s first Space Programme ([link removed])
* Somaya Faruqi, young Afghan innovator who led the development of a low-cost ventilator prototype ([link removed])


** IN THE NEWS HEADLINES
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* The Telegraph: Women are being sidelined by governments in pandemic response plans, UN director warns ([link removed])
* El País: Directora ONU Mujeres: “La violencia de género es una pandemia en la sombra, tan devastadora como la de coronavirus” ([link removed])


** ISSUE SPOTLIGHT
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[link removed] the latest updates on COVID-19 and gender equality, visit UN Women's dedicated In Focus pages:
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Migrant domestic workers in Lebanon face rising challenges amidst soaring food prices ([link removed])
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Protecting women’s rights in contexts affected by violent extremism
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As more families report FGM incidents in Egypt, advocacy intensifies, and a new bill seeks to increase penalties ([link removed])


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* Measuring domestic and unpaid care work: Recognising women’s total contribution to work and economies ([link removed])
* From where I stand: "People living with disability in Timor-Leste need respect, not charity” ([link removed])
* Empowering vulnerable women from East Cameroon through income generating skills amid COVID-19 ([link removed])


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* International Women's Day ([link removed])
* Commission on the Status of Women ([link removed])
* UN Women launches global call to creatives: Artivism for Gender Equality ([link removed])
* Comic and cartoon competition: Generation Equality: Picture It! ([link removed])

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