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UN Women facilitates “Open Days on Women, Peace and Security” with CSOs in the Philippines

DAVAO CITY, the Philippines (6 September, 2011) – Attention of the United Nations to the situation of communities affected by conflict, especially of women and young girls is needed, a meeting among the women’s peace networks found at a recent gathering facilitated by UN Women.

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  • Photo caption: Countdown 1325 Philippines: Women raise their palms to signify commitment to 1,325-day campaign for 'peace and security for women and the achievement of MDG targets by 2015. From left Alma Evangelista of UNDP, Aida Jean Manipon of UN Women (fourth) and Irene Santiago of the Mindanao Commission (fifth).

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