Hello Asociacion Civil CodoACodo-San Fernando,

Happy International Women’s Day! Today we stand in solidarity with women and girls around the globe for human rights, dignity and equality.
It’s been exciting to see the actions pour in, and we’ve had many news and updates from around the world. In case you missed some, here are the highlights.

• Download the International Women’s Day themed Say NO – UNiTE desktop calendarhere.
• UN Women’s Executive Director Michelle Bachelet’s message for the International Women’s Day.
• The Kilimanjaro Climb is taking place in the context of the UNiTE to End Violence against Women campaign in Africa. Check out the press release; news; speech; and photos.
• Take action in support of the Kilimanjaro climb by posting a message here to Speak Out against gender-based violence: http://saynotoviolence.org/join-say-no/climb-up-speak-out .
• Say NO – UNiTE attended the 2nd World Conference of Women’s Shelters. Here are some of the voices emerging from the conference.
• A Tale of Two Shelters from Mozambique
• Pakistan’s first Oscar win explores the issue of acid violence. Read more

Sincerely,
Say NO – UNiTE Team, UN Women