Tuesday, March 5, 2013

March 8: International Women's Day

A reminder from LCWR:

Did you know that up to 50% of sexual assaults in the world today are committed against girls who are under the age of 16?  Additionally, 603 million women live in countries where domestic violence is not yet considered a crime.  Further, up to 70% of women in the world report having experienced physical and/or sexual violence at some point in their lifetime. 

This year's theme for International Women's Day (commemorated on March 8) is "A Promise is a Promise: Time for Action to End Violence Against Women." Materials -- including fact sheets, videos and stories are available by clicking here.  The USG/UISG Commission for Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation has prepared a prayer service for International Women's Day.  Click here to access the prayer service. 

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