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Call to End Violence Against Women and Girls
UN officials today joined millions of people around the world who are taking a stance against violence against women as part of the "One Billion Rising" campaign. The event at UN Headquarters was held under the auspices of the Secretary-General’s “UNiTE to End Violence against Women” campaign.The "One Billion Rising" global campaign is sponsored by the V-Day Organization, and seeks to mobilize men and women around the world on Valentine’s Day – observed annually in various countries on 14 February – to raise their voices to stop violence against women and girls.
Aldijana Sisic, UNiTE Campaign Manager, was among speakers at the event.
Aldijana Sisic, UNiTE Campaign Manager, was among speakers at the event.
14 February 2013
United Nations, New York
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