Global Regression in Women's Rights Sparks UN Women National Committees’ 'March Forward' Campaign
Leaders, influencers, and individuals worldwide walk backwards to highlight the need to move forwards for women‘s rights.Hard-won gains in women's rights are being alarmingly reversed, impacting women and girls around the globe and stalling global progress. A report released yesterday states that one in four countries reported backlash on women’s rights in 2024.
At the current pace, achieving gender equality will take 134 years. With International Women's Day approaching