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Equality between men and women has been always been a key principle in the work of the United Nations, and it means that men and women share equally in rights, resources and opportunities.


 
The facts

153 million girls under 18 have experienced some form of sexual violence involving physical contact.

Declarations

Click here to learn more about declarations relating to gender equality.

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