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UN Women calls upon all stakeholders to listen to the voices of women in Myanmar in response to political events

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 »

UN Women Executive Board First Regular Session 2021

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.

Read more: Agenda | UN Women Executive Director: Opening remarks, Closing remarks | Executive Board webpage

18 new leaders join bold global drive for gender equality: Organizations join forces ahead of landmark 2021 Generation Equality Forum

In 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 »

Related: Learn more and get involved at forum.generationequality.org

The EBRD and UN Women join forces to address pandemic’s economic impact on women

The 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 »

GET INSPIRED

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 | Joint message from UN Women Executive Director and UNESCO Director-General | Social media quote cards

Video: Why Support Women and Girls in Science and Technology?

Women in science who are making a difference during the pandemic

Quote of the Day

"Solutions of tomorrow need different perspectives and they need collaboration." — Gitanjali Rao, scientist, activist, TIME's 2020 Kid of the Year Web feature | Instagram live