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UN International Women's Day 2010
For a PowerPoint overview of observances, click here.
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Women's Day 2010 Observed in 9 Nations
- Monday, March 8, 2010
Observances of International Women's Day, March 8, 2010, took place in nine nations. The theme chosen by the UN was "Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities, Progress for All."
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Holistic Center Opens in Jerusalem on Women's Day
- Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Jerusalem, Israel - A new Holistic and Healing Center to serve local women opened on March 9 in conjunction with an International Women's Day celebration.
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Viewpoints about "Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities, Progress for All"
- Tuesday, March 9, 2010
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A Women's Movement for Change in Sikkim
- Monday, March 8, 2010
Gangtok-Sikkim, India - "A Women's Movement for Real Change" was the theme of a March 8 gathering in the capital of Sikkim.
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Celebrating International Women's Day in Argentina
- Thursday, March 11, 2010
Buenos Aires and Tucumán, Argentina - International Women's Day celebrations on March 11 included musical and cultural entertainment and recognition of women for outstanding service to their communities.
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Empowering Women in Belize for Leadership Roles
- Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Belize City, Belize - The theme of "A Women's Movement for Real Change" inspired Belize women to seek leadership roles in their community and nation as they gathered on March 9 for a celebration of the International Women's Day.
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Women's Day Celebration in Toronto Focuses on Education
- Sunday, March 7, 2010
Toronto, Canada - The Women's Federation for World Peace-Canada held its fourth annual International Women's Day celebration in Toronto on March 7. The theme for this year was “Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities: Progress for All.”
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International Women's Day in Moscow and Novosibirsk
- Monday, March 8, 2010
Moscow and Novosibirsk, Russia - Representatives of the Universal Peace Federation, Russian branch took part in the traditional International Women’s Day celebration on March 8 at the UN Informational Center in Moscow under the slogan, “Equal rights, equal opportunities mean general progress.” The UPF representatives supported the UN call for NGOs and public organizations to increase their efforts to secure women's rights and opportunities in modern society.
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A Celebration in London of Women's Achievements
- Sunday, March 14, 2010
London, UK - ‘Celebrating the economic, political, and social achievements of women past, present and future' was the theme of a March 14 celebration of the UN’s International Women’s Day.
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Dutch Women Come Together in a Bridge of Peace
- Saturday, March 6, 2010
The Hague, Netherlands - A "Bridge of Peace" ceremony on March 6, 2010, brought together women from the diverse cultures and religions of The Netherlands in support of the International Women's Day and to celebrate the International Year for the Rapprochement of Cultures.
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International Women's Day Celebrated in Paris
- Saturday, March 6, 2010
Paris, France - A celebration of the International Women's Day in Paris featured the release of a new book on women's dignity and presentations on prenatal education and combating human trafficking.
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