Hundreds of thousands of people are set to take part in demonstrations, rallies and colorful events around the globe to mark International Women's Day, the date established to celebrate women and demand equality for half the world's population.
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Participants hold signs representing International Women's Day during a rally in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Participants hold signs representing International Women's Day during a rally in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, March 8, 2023. MADRID — Hundreds of thousands of people are set to take part in demonstrations, rallies, and colorful events around the globe on Wednesday to mark International Women’s Day, the date established to celebrate women and demand equality for half the planet´s population.
While there have been major advances in dozens of countries, the situation in places such as Afghanistan and Iran and the constant crimes and violations in nearly every nation in the world are a cold reminder that there is still a long road ahead. On Monday, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres note that women’s rights are being “abused, threatened and violated” around the world and
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