10:04am Bronx, New York
Angele, who was raised on a plantation in Cameroon, arrives at her community garden plot. In a city of fast food, she is determined to grow the same crops that have long sustained her family. Read more »
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1:34pm Central Somalia
Fatuma, a widow, sells salt, sugar, rice and other staples from her roadside stall in Galkacyo district. Poor access to clean water in her community ended in tragedy for her daughter. Read more »
3:00pm Dadaab, Kenya
Asha leads a support group for girls in the Dadaab refugee complex. Forced into marriage at 14, she once endured beatings and death threats from her husband. Read more »
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Threats against women and girls exist at every level of society — at school, at work and even at home. From poor access to education and health care to sexual violence and limited opportunities to earn a living, these dangers intensify in times of war and disaster.
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