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Together with SRSG Pramila Patten UN Against Sexual Violence in Conflict we call for rigorous investigation of allegations of sexual violence in #Ukraine. Justice and accountability must be ensured. Survivors of sexual violence must be protected. Our full statement: unwo.men/rN2x50IEw23

The gender dynamics of violent extremism in the context of #COVID19 is changing. Extremists are using propaganda and online messaging to espouse misogynistic and hostile views towards women. Read our new report on risks to women's security. unwo.men/nLVa50ICztZ #WPSASEAN

Where crises multiply risks, women multiply solutions. Minister Svenja Schulze and I outline why women’s leadership is imperative for sustainable development & crisis response in Devex. #SDG5 unwo.men/lPtI50IT0R9

Women of Ukraine are playing a crucial role in humanitarian response. They must be included in decision-making processes related to humanitarian efforts, peace-making and other areas that directly impact their lives. unwo.men/WEhV50IYxHB

UNAMA is deeply concerned with today’s announcement by the Taliban that all women must cover their faces in public, should only leave their homes in cases of necessity, & that violations will lead to the punishment of their male relatives. Full statement: bit.ly/3ylUf7K

I urgently call on the Taliban to respect the full human rights of women and girls in #Afghanistan. Women’s and girls’ independent freedom of movement, right to work and access to education to the highest level must be restored immediately. unwo.men/xnXI50J3cBn

UN Women condemns the killing of Palestinian-American journalist #ShireenAbuAkleh, shot on duty in the West Bank. We echo António Guterres's call for an independent investigation. Those responsible must be held accountable. Statement by Sima Bahous: unwo.men/6HiZ50J6I9t

A changing climate affects everyone but it’s the world’s poorest and most vulnerable, especially women and girls, who bear the brunt of these shocks. Climate solutions must be by, and for, women. I join António Guterres in his call for #ClimateAction: unwo.men/NKRP50JbA5j

Congratulations Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on re-election as Director-General World Health Organization (WHO). Look forward to continuing to work together to address issues arising from current crises. Let us ensure that women & girls are part of the solutions. x.com/DrTedros/statu…

The accelerating violations of women’s and girls’ rights and their erasure from public life are costing #Afghanistan dearly and impacting its social and economic growth. Where women’s rights are constrained, everyone is diminished. x.com/UN_SPExperts/s…

Congratulations Australia for including a record number of women in the new Cabinet and Ministry. UN Women welcomes this step toward 50-50 representation! 👏 x.com/AlboMP/status/…

Gender parity, both in the wider world and within the UN, remains one of the United Nations Secretary-General’s top priorities. Pleased to share the progress made on achieving equal representation to UN Women’s Executive Board. Only by working together can we achieve gender parity.

When the Taliban seized power in #Afghanistan last year, the lives of activist Sara Seerat and thousands of others were upended. Read about her bravery and how she fled with her family from Kabul to Berlin. via South China Morning Post unwo.men/NUxt50JwzCN

We're launching a 3-year partnership with LinkedIn to create learning, employment & entrepreneurial opportunities for women. Starting with a career-building pilot in India, the programme will be scaled up to other Asia-Pacific countries. unwo.men/Vpf050Jxmyg

Congratulations #UNGA for today's historic resolution 76/269 to advance women in diplomacy, cosponsored by a record 191 delegations. As per the resolution, we now look forward to celebrating 24 June as "International Day of Women in Diplomacy." UN GA President Maldives Mission NY Amina J Mohammed

#AfghanistanEarthquake comes at a time when increased restrictions on Afghan women and girls have amplified their needs and complicated response efforts to assist them over the past few months. Statement concluding UN Afghanistan mission to #Paktika: bit.ly/3QJSesR

What a heartwarming welcome back to Bangkok! It was so wonderful to gather with the full team after lockdowns and missions away. I am grateful to work alongside such an amazing group of people. Thank you for making me feel at home. 🙏🏾

We are extremely saddened by the tragic assassination of former Prime Minister Abe. UN Women has lost a true friend, a champion for gender equality & the HeForShe movement. My deepest condolences to his wife, his family, the Government & people of Japan in these difficult times

A year since the Taliban takeover in #Afghanistan.   Vast setbacks for women & girls' living standards, rights & safety. We call on the Taliban to lift all restrictions against women & girls. We continue to support Afghan women & amplify their voices. unwo.men/ctPp50KjCgI

We will never forget the women and girls of Afghanistan. On behalf of the United Nations, Sima Bahous and Khaled Khiari — we are committed to find a way forward for women and girls to be seen and their human rights respected.