Violence against women in all its forms is a human rights violation. It's not something that any culture, religion or tradition propagates.
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We have to make sure that women's issues are an essential element on the agendas of all heads of state, all governments.
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What this quote means
Women's issues should be prioritized by all leaders and governments.
This quote emphasizes the importance of integrating women's issues into political agendas worldwide. Michelle Bachelet advocates for a proactive approach where heads of state and governments prioritize gender equality and women's rights in their policy-making and governance, highlighting that these issues are not just peripheral but fundamental to progress and democracy.
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WomenIssuesPoliciesGovernmentsEquality
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech advocating for gender equality, this quote could highlight the necessity of prioritizing women's issues.
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