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Time in Yerevan: 11:07,   28 March 2024

UN Secretary-General addresses message on International Day of Women and Girls in Science

UN Secretary-General addresses message on International Day of Women and Girls in Science

YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 11, ARMENPRESS. UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed a message on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the UN Office in Armenia told Armenpress.

The message runs as follows:

“Skills in science, technology, engineering and math drive innovation and are critical to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

Women and girls are vital in all these areas. Yet they remain woefully under-represented.

Gender stereotypes, a lack of visible role models and unsupportive or even hostile policies and environments can keep them from pursuing these careers.

The world cannot afford to miss out on the contributions of half our population. We need concerted efforts to overcome these obstacles.

We must tackle misconceptions about girls’ abilities.

We must promote access to learning opportunities for women and girls, particularly in rural areas.

And we must do more to change workplace culture so that girls who dream of being scientists, engineers and mathematicians can enjoy fulfilling careers in these fields.

Let us ensure that every girl, everywhere, has the opportunity to realize her dreams, grow into her power and contribute to a sustainable future for all”.

Edited and translated by Aneta Harutyunyan

 








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