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The main office is The United Nations in New York The scene will be this coming Monday high level meeting in commemoration of the twenty-fifth year of the International Day for elimination Violence against womenin the General Assembly Hall.
This date has been officially announced by the Board TO ME through resolution 54/134, on 17 December 1999, honoring the memory of the Sisters of MirabalDominican activists murdered in detail on November 25, 1960, as well as all the women who suffered abuse and violence around the world.
he is event The main aim is to review the progress made in the last 25 years in the fight against gender violence and find tactics to completely eliminate this horror that affects millions of women in the world.
It features special guests such as Mayra Jiménez, Minister of Women of the Dominican Republic; Josefina Tavárez Mirabal, representative of the Board of Directors of the Trust Fund for Victims and Minou Tavárez Mirabal, representing the Mirabal family.
Event agenda
The program will start at 10:00 in the morning with an opening segment, in which a video presentation will refer to the topic.
Starting at 11:00 in the morning, it will continue with the Full Full Section, where the Member States and the observers of the General Assembly will share their views and actions regarding this problem.
In the evening, from 3:00 to 5:00, the intervention of representatives of the Member Stateswho give theirs efforts and commitments to eliminate violence against women. he is event It will end at 6:00 pm with closing remarks.
Special participation
The meeting will show significant participation international figures as:
– Philemon Yang, President of the General Assembly.
– Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary General of the TO ME.
– Sima Sami Bahous, CEO TO ME Women.
– Tarana J. Burke, visionary director of the international “Me Too” movement.
Sinead Bovell, founder of Weekly Council for Young Entrepreneurs (WAYE), and Zipporah Ndione, Senegalese lawyer, feminist and coordinator of the network of young women leaders of West Africa – Senegal (ROAJELF SENEGAL) will also speak.
Not only does this act seek to pay tribute to him Sisters of Mirabalbut also to reinforce it global commitment to eliminate the gender violenceindicating that, despite progress, significant challenges remain.
The United Nations emphasizing the importance of this date as an opportunity to double up efforts and ensure a safer, more equitable and violence-free future for women and girls around the world.
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**How has the increasing advocacy and involvement of grassroots movements, particularly those led by young women and girls, impacted international efforts to combat violence against women over the past 25 years?**
## A Legacy of Courage: 25 Years of Fighting Violence Against Women
**Interviewer**: Welcome to World Today News. Today, we delve into a critical topic: the upcoming high-level meeting at the United Nations commemorating the 25th anniversary of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Joining us are two esteemed guests: [Guest 1 Name and Title], and [Guest 2 Name and Title]. Welcome to both of you.
**[Guest Introductions]**
**I. Remembering the Mirabal Sisters and the Global Fight**
**Interviewer:** The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women was established in honor of the Mirabal sisters, Dominican activists silenced for their fight against tyranny. What does their legacy mean to both of you, and how does it inspire the ongoing global movement against gender-based violence?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Interviewer:** How has the international landscape changed in the 25 years since the establishment of this day? What progress has been made, and what significant challenges remain?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**II. The UN High-Level Meeting: A Call to Action**
**Interviewer:** This year’s High-Level Meeting at the UN promises robust discussion and commitment to eliminating violence against women. What are your hopes and expectations for this event?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Interviewer:** The meeting will feature diverse voices, including representatives from Member States, international figures like Tarana Burke of the Me Too movement, and young activists like Sinead Bovell. What role do you believe these different perspectives play in shaping effective solutions?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**III. Looking Ahead: A Future Free from Violence**
**Interviewer:** What concrete steps can nations, organizations, and communities take to translate the commitments made at this meeting into tangible actions that protect women and girls?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Interviewer:** what message would you like to share with our global audience about the importance of this day and the ongoing fight for gender equality?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Interviewer:** Thank you both for your insights and passionate advocacy. We hope this discussion inspires continued action towards a world free from violence against women.
**Closing Remarks**
