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Human rights and gender equality important to Afghanistan's new Ambassador
Manizha Bakhtari will take up her post as new Ambassador for Afghanistan today. At present, she is Afghanistan's only woman ambassador. She has previously worked as a journalist, provided training to men and woman in human rights and gender equality, and has been Chief …
Read more Source: Regeringen.seGender equality and political will crucial in reducing maternal mortality
Gender equality and sexual and reproductive health and rights are key factors in reducing maternal mortality in the world. Political will, adequate financing and men's responsibility are other vital elements in reducing the number of women who die during pregnancy, …
Read more Source: Regeringen.seNyamko Sabuni at UN gender equality meeting
On Tuesday 2 March, Minister for Integration and Gender Equality Nyamko Sabuni will speak at the meeting of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women in New York. This year's session will contain an evaluation of how states are living up to the commitments …
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