Gender equality demands the empowerment of women, with a focus on identifying and redressing power imbalances and giving women more autonomy to manage their own lives.

In some countries, girls are deprived ____ access to health care or proper nutrition, leading to a higher mortality rate.

Gender ____ is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.

Supporting women and men to build and advance their career ____ is an issue of gender equality ____ makes good business sense.

From new laws to legal aid and justice services, UNDP is supporting survivors and changing attitudes and practices to end and prevent violence ____ women and girls.

As of 2014, 143 countries have guaranteed equality between men and women in their Constitutions but 52 have yet to ____ this step.

Among the job postings that included a gender preference, 70 per cent specifically requested that the positions be filled by men ____ only 30 per cent wanted female applicants.

Maternity leave and the reproductive role may also result ____ discrimination against women in the prospects for promotion.

Gender equality will be achieved only when women and men enjoy the same opportunities, rights and obligations in all spheres of life.

Among the gender-preferred postings, men were most often targeted for more technical and ____ skilled jobs or jobs that require more outdoor activities, such as architects.

Women and girls represent half of the world's population and therefore also half of ____ potential.

In sub-Saharan Africa, Oceania and Western Asia, girls still face barriers to ____ both primary and secondary school.

Child marriage affects girls ____ more than boys.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer

Today gender inequality still persists everywhere and stagnates social ____.

For both physiological and social reasons, women are more vulnerable than men to ____ health problems.

The introduction of policies which enables workers with family responsibilities to engage and advance in employment without discrimination should ____.