Turning commitments into action for women at work

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This International Women's Day, the International Labour Organization reaffirms a clear commitment: women's rights at work must be fully realized - in law, in practice and in every workplace.

Gender equality will not happen through promises alone. It requires action.

The gender pay gap must close. Workplaces must be safe and free from violence and harassment.

Strong maternity protection is a right. Workers with family responsibilities must be supported. Care systems must enable everyone to enter, remain in and advance in the labour market.

Access to justice is essential. Women must be able to organize, claim their rights and be heard.

International labour standards provide a solid framework to make this possible. They set clear principles on freedom of association, non-discrimination, equal pay, maternity protection, safety and health, and freedom from violence and harassment.

Gender equality at work is essential. It is a matter of rights. It is a matter of fairness. It is also smart economics.

Societies are stronger and economies more resilient when women can contribute fully.

Today, let us step up turning commitments into results.

We need urgency.

We need accountability.

We need more action - now - so that every woman, everywhere, can work in dignity and equality.

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