March 8, 2019 – Women's rights

Commemoration of International Women’s Day will celebrate individuals and activists who are finding innovative ways to advance gender equality

March 8, 2019sianatblog, women's rights

With technology and innovation playing an integral role in our everyday lives, it is not easy to imagine development in the 21st century without it. This year’s theme for International Women’s Day (8 March), “Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovate for Change”, explores the ways in which innovation can work for gender equality, boost investment in gender-responsive social...

The UN Secretary-General’s message on International Women’s Day

March 8, 2019sianatblog, International

International Women’s Day Gender equality and women’s rights are fundamental to global progress on peace and security, human rights and sustainable development. We can only re-establish trust in institutions, rebuild global solidarity and reap the benefits of diverse perspectives by challenging historic injustices and promoting the rights and dignity of all. In recent decades, we...