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Unlocking Economic Opportunities for Women's Empowerment…

Unlocking Economic Opportunities for Women's Empowerment - SDG Media Zone, 79th Session of the UN General Assembly

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The world faces a critical moment for gender equality. Women, especially in poor or rural communities, are disproportionately affected by poverty, climate change, and crises. They lack equal economic rights, face systemic barriers, and do far more unpaid care work, valued at over $10.8 trillion annually. Achieving gender equality is crucial for the 2030 Agenda, potentially boosting the global economy by $7 trillion.
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Speakers:

  • Rebeca Grynspan, Secretary-General, UN Trade and Development
  • Niels Annen, State Secretary, Germany
  • Foteini Papagioti, Senior Global Policy Advisor, International Center for Research on Women
Moderator:
Janelle Dumalaon, Deutsche Welle

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