What: As part of this year’s celebration of International Women's Day(held annually on 8 March), the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) is organizing an online webinar for media representatives on care work in the Arab region.
When and Where: Tuesday 20 February 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Beirut time), virtually via Zoom.
Media colleagues who wish to attend the webinar are requested to register here by 17 February 2024.
Why: The webinar aims to inform participants about the situation and challenges of care policies and practices in the Arab region. It also aims to stimulate greater interest among media professionals and journalists in advocating for legal reforms that promote care for all.
Furthermore, the webinar emphasizes the significance of care work in Arab societies and explores the specific challenges faced by women care workers in the region.
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About ESCWA
One of five United Nations regional commissions, ESCWA supports inclusive and sustainable economic and social development in Arab States, and works on enhancing regional integration.
For more information:
- Ms. Maryam Sleiman, Public Information Assistant, +961-81-769-888; email: sleiman2@un.org
- Ms. Rania Harb, Public Information Assistant, +961-70-008-879; email: harb1@un.org
