Thread by @TheLancet

"The importance of changing long-standing widespread attitudes about the role of women in society cannot be overstated."

This #InternationalWomensDay, leaders must make good on commitments to uphold & advance the rights of women everywhere.

#IWD2022 #LancetWomen

This new @IHME_UW study reveals the adverse social & economic effects of the #COVID19 pandemic on women—especially in low-resource settings & among underrepresented populations ⬇️

#IWD2022 #GenderEquity hubs.li/Q015zCkP0

Hard won gains towards #GenderEquality are under immense threat.

Act now before it's too late, urge @RosemaryJMorgan & colleagues in this Comment: hubs.li/Q015zD6F0

#IWD2022 #LancetWomen

@RosemaryJMorgan The ways in which gender, race, & ethnicity interact must be considered in efforts to advance women.

Mandip Aujla, Deputy Editor of @LancetGH & co-chair of the Lancet Group for Racial Equality, on the importance of an intersectional approach ⬇️

#IWD2022 #LancetWomen