On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we must remember a crucial truth: the struggle is cultural.
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Over 5,000 women sought help for violence in Tuscany this year
Regional report shows thousands of women turning to support centres as Florence rallies for awareness.
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After Ornella: What Remains of the Female Freedom Once Sung in Italy’s Golden Years?
The death of Ornella Vanoni leaves a void that goes far beyond Italian music.
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Quote di genere, applichiamole ovunque. Anche ai settori dove ci sono solo donne
Una società dove una funzione viene svolta sia da uomini che da donne non è soltanto maggiormente equa nel rispetto dei diritti umani, ma anche più efficiente e produttiva.
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Gender quotas, let’s apply them everywhere. Even to sectors where there are only women
A society where a function is carried out by men and women is not only more equitable in respect of human rights, but also more efficient and productive.
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Faces and secrets of ancient Rome, digital exhibit at the Uffizi
The exhibit Faces and secrets of ancient Rome was inaugurated at the beginning of November and closed due to Covid restrictions only one day later. The exhibit is now completely digitalized in high definition and it is possible to take a free virtual tour on the website of the museum.
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March 8th at museums, free entrance for women
Free entry for women in all the Italian National Museums. The social media campaign #8marzoalmuseo celebrates the world of women with a collection of images of women who made history.
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UN calling for an end to violence against women
United Nations call to end to violence against women and girls, which according to the UN’s agency for gender equality (UN Women) affects one in three worldwide.
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March 8th, how you can help to make a difference
On March 8th, International Women’s Day, artisans will come together for a special showing, and aperitivo, to raise funds to support the work that Artemisa does.
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Writers Marathon to commemorate Women’s Day
On March 7, 2014, the Advancing Women Artists Foundation, with the support of Syracuse University in Florence and the U.S. Consulate General in Florence, will commemorate International Women’s Day with a unique event called Women Artists and Wikipedia.
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