Myanmar women’s groups issue statement on International Women’s Day

Women’s rights and human rights organizations in Myanmar released a statement on 8 March to highlight ongoing gender-based violence, condemn violations by all parties, and demand accountability and justice for women in Myanmar.

The statement is as follows:

The historical origin of International Women’s Day stems from the courageous protests of women workers in the workplace against inequality and for justice and equal rights, starting in 1857 in New York City, USA.