UNB, Dhaka :
States around the world must take effective actions to end discriminations and gender-based violence faced by girls, say a group of UN rights experts on Tuesday.
In a joint statement marking International Day of the Girl Child that falls on October 11, the experts say prompt actions are needed so that girls can become full participants in all aspects of life.
It is essential, they argue, to protect the progress already made and keep up the momentum for a world in which girls will enjoy
full equality, according to the statement UNB received from Geneva on Tuesday.
“Harmful stereotypes and prejudices relating to age and gender too often hold girls back and place them in harming way. We must recognise the unique circumstances and challenges faced by girls everywhere and do more to ensure that their human rights are achieved, while empowering them to grow as active participants in communities and societies,” the statement reads.
States around the world must take effective actions to end discriminations and gender-based violence faced by girls, say a group of UN rights experts on Tuesday.
In a joint statement marking International Day of the Girl Child that falls on October 11, the experts say prompt actions are needed so that girls can become full participants in all aspects of life.
It is essential, they argue, to protect the progress already made and keep up the momentum for a world in which girls will enjoy
full equality, according to the statement UNB received from Geneva on Tuesday.
“Harmful stereotypes and prejudices relating to age and gender too often hold girls back and place them in harming way. We must recognise the unique circumstances and challenges faced by girls everywhere and do more to ensure that their human rights are achieved, while empowering them to grow as active participants in communities and societies,” the statement reads.
