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From March 14-24, the United Nations will hold the 60th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), a two week event for United Nations Missions, Entities, and NGOs to discuss the status of women throughout the world. This year’s themes are women’s empowerment and its link to sustainable development, and the elimination and prevention of all forms of violence against women and girls. The Holy See will host several side events during the CSW to give witness to the dignity of women and girls through in light of Catholic social teaching. You are most cordially invited to join us for the following events. Please note you will need a UN pass, so please RSVP to each event you would like to attend through the provided links to obtain your pass.March 17, 4:45-6:00
Conference Room 1
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Fulfilling the maternal healthcare priorities for women and girls is a key component in achieving the post 2015 development agenda in Africa. Expert panelists will discuss obstacles and opportunities faced by African women in the context of successes and shortcomings in the distribution of foreign financial aid for maternal healthcare services. Keynote Speakers will be: Obianuju Ekeocha, founder and president of Culture of Life Africa; Dr. R.L. Walley founder and executive director of MaterCare International. This event is co-sponsored by Campaign Life Coalition (CLC), Real Women of Canada (RWC), and the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC)
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