UN Women [to 21 November 2015]

UN Women [to 21 November 2015]
http://www.unwomen.org/news/stories
Selected Press Releases

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Statement by UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka for International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Date: 20 November 2015
In her statement to mark this year’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka says “if we all work together: governments, civil society organizations, the UN system, businesses, schools, and individuals mobilizing through new solidarity movements, we will eventually achieve a more equal world—a Planet 50-50—where women and girls can and will live free from violence”.

Media advisory: Report launch: Progress for women in news media grinds to a halt
Date: 20 November 2015
Results of the fifth and largest study on the portrayal and representation of women in the news media will be released on 23 November.

“In Brazil, women will be at the forefront of ending racism” — Executive Director
Date: 18 November 2015
Speech by UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka at the March of Black Women in Brazil on 18 November.