Maria Hinojosa was the lead moderator at this mornings opening session celebrating International Women`s Day. This was so exciting since our club SI New York just honored her as a Woman of Distinction.
The Secretary General greeted everyone. He stated that equality and opportunity are inalienable rights for all women and girls. He stated that women have made great strides since Beijing, fifteen years ago. He said we have reason to be proud but not complacent.
He stated that violence is a criminal act against women. He said that the UN is acting fiercely against violence, but he said there is much to be done.
He stated that he has made women`s empowerment a priority and requested that the General Assembly speedily adopt the current resolution.
He knows that women are under represented on the ground and in many aspects of the UN. He knows that women in war torn countries have had many successes when women are involved in peacekeeping negotiations.
When he finished the crowd stood up with signs saying GEAR UP NOW!
Go Secretary Moon!
Andrea T. Mills,SI Representative to UN -New York
Thursday, March 4, 2010
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