The gendered impacts of COVID-19 must be considered. Sexual and other forms of gender-based violence (SGBV) is a violation of human rights. It denies the human dignity of the individual and hurts human development. Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls must guide all aspects of sustainable development, where no one is left behind.
Shobha Shukla - CNS (Citizen News Service)
(Shobha Shukla is the founding Managing Editor of CNS (Citizen News Service) and coordinator of APCAT Media (Asia Pacific regional media network to end TB & tobacco and prevent NCDs). Follow her on Twitter @shobha1shukla or visit www.bit.ly/ShobhaShukla)
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