Women’s Political Participation is Fundamental to Democracy
The joint statement affirmed that women's political participation is fundamental to democracy and essential to the achievement of sustainable development and peace.
US Family Planning Fund Provides Contraceptive Services for 37.4 Million Women
Ms. Quam also reiterates Obama's administration commitment to investing in women and girls because their inclusion and partnership are essential to solving the world's most challenging problems.
Closing Gender Gap in Agricultural Sector a Win-Win Strategy
She noted that FAO study shows that when women are provided with equal resources they can produce yields equal to those of men, if not greater.
US Invests in Historic Effort to Empower Women Globally
Ms. Brimmer said empowering women globally - including farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa, women de-miners in Sri Lanka, a legislator in Afghanistan or a recent college graduate protesting in Tahrir Square in Egypt
Women Hold Keys to Creating Stronger and More Prosperous Societies
Ms. Verveer emphasized that the United States is also working to elevate this issue of women and economic growth in the G20. She stressed that Mexico's leadership as host of next year's G20 Summit will be critical to advancing efforts to address t
