Every year on March 8th, millions of people globally celebrate the achievements in the struggle against social, economic, cultural and political inequality faced by women, while engaging in critical assessment of remaining shortcomings and barriers inhibiting action towards a more equitable society.
This year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) theme is “Give To Gain", highlighting that through a mindset of generosity and collaboration and the power of reciprocity and support, we can strengthen the achievements of and build upon the work of civil society movements aimed at empowering women and improving women’s rights in Europe.
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