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Making Cities Better For Women's Safety And Equality

Not all urban spaces ensure women’s safety and equality. All over the world, women can't access safe, inclusive toilets. Cities often lack baby-changing facilities, and public parks can put women at risk of gender-based violence and exclusion. While the statues, monuments, and street names reinforce the achievements of men, which is proven to reduce girls’ interest in politics, science, tech, and media. So how can we make cities better for women’s safety and equality?

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