China News Service, March 8th (Sweet) On the occasion of International Women's Day 2021, UN Women launched an event with the theme "Female Leadership: Achieving an Equal Future in the Context of the New Crown Epidemic" to praise women from all over the world for helping the world The tremendous efforts to restart from the new crown epidemic call for the advancement of a more inclusive and equal society.

  Looking back at the past year, it was them who were brave and firm, and were always fighting on the front line of the epidemic; it was them who were tolerant and gentle, and healed the traumatized world.

"Her power" has become an irreplaceable part of the global fight against the new crown epidemic.

On January 20, 2021, local time, in Bulgaria, Dr. Bogoeva and colleagues are examining the X-rays of the lungs of patients with new coronary disease.

They stay on the frontline of the fight against the epidemic

"I fall asleep with the burden of the world every day"

  According to data from UN Women, women account for more than 70% of global medical and health workers worldwide, and they are active in the front line of the fight against the epidemic.

In China, two-thirds of the 42,000 medical staff who went to the front line of the fight against the epidemic were women.

Among them, female doctors accounted for about 50% of the total number of doctors, while female nurses accounted for 90% of the total number of nurses.

  Maria Bogoeva, an 82-year-old Bulgarian doctor, is one of these heroes in the fight against the epidemic.

After the outbreak, she gave up her original retirement plan and stayed in the hospital to work.

  In November 2020, Bogoyeva experienced the most deaths she has seen in her career. "The hospital is overwhelmed and the corridors are full of waiting patients."

Now that the epidemic has eased, she is preparing for the spread of the mutated virus that may break out.

"My age? I don't mind. I am willing to work."

  African-American immunologist Kizmekia Corbett is one of the main scientists who developed Modena's new crown vaccine.

During the research and development period, she "sleeps with the burden of the world every day, because this deadly virus is spreading rapidly".

  When the results of the study finally showed that the vaccine was effective, Corbett broke into tears with excitement.

Today, the Modena vaccine has been put into use in many countries.

American artist Libby places flower exhibits in New York.

Image source: Screenshot of the Associated Press news video.

They heal wounds with gentleness

"At this moment, we can express sorrow"

  They are still healing the hard-wounded world through the meticulousness and gentleness of women.

  In Boston, USA, next to a heart-shaped wreath made of flowers, three daughters who lost their father in the epidemic hugged and comforted each other, and then silently remembered.

This form of mourning comes from the creativity of American artist Christina Libby, which is to create a space for others to talk and share emotions by placing flower exhibits in public places.

  After noticing that the epidemic has restricted the way people say goodbye to the dead, making it mostly limited to online funerals, Libby launched this volunteer activity called "Flower Heart", hoping that people will have more space to express their grief. "I watched people kneel down and pray... At this moment, we can express sorrow."

  Beth Crossers, the head of the Australian voluntary organization, also built a "wall of goodwill" outside his residence, covered with free homemade masks for use by low-income groups;

  Tarika Izmail, head of the Kenya Feminine Hygiene Products Project, led a team to distribute feminine hygiene products to girls from poor families;

  The organization of Sarah Bige, chief executive of the British Construction Industry Training Council, allowed construction companies to suspend tax payments during the first blockade and provided financial support to tens of thousands of apprentices.

  The United Nations pointed out that the new crown crisis has demonstrated the central role of women's contributions.

But at the same time, it also highlights the excessive burden they bear.

Data map: New York, USA, nurse Lindsay received the second shot of the new crown virus vaccine in the hospital.

They are struggling in a traditional prison

"I reach my limit almost every day"

  During the work from home, Tokyo brand consultant Amowada, Japan, bears about 80% of the "unpaid work" at home, including educating her three-year-old daughter, arranging meals, washing clothes, etc. Her own time has become "out of reach Luxury".

In contrast, her husband can concentrate on working from nine to five at home.

  "The first two or three months were very bad. I reached the limit mentally almost every day. My daughter cried, and I cried," Tianwada recalled.

  The epidemic is increasing life and cultural pressures, and women are usually designated as the main caregivers. “They must take care of the health of their families and pay attention to hygiene. If they are not done well, they may be looked down upon.” Nishimura, director of the Japan Mental Health Service Association Yuki said.

  British media also analyzed that traditional gender norms have strengthened the concept that men bear the breadth of the family and women bear housework and become housewives.

Nowadays, due to the impact of the epidemic, women take on more housework and family responsibilities, threatening some achievements of gender equality.

  The latest study by Theirworld, a British charity, shows that under the epidemic, women between the ages of 14 and 24 are responsible for most of the housework, but at the same time they have less time to invest in education and self-improvement.

On July 9, 2020, local time, Santiago, Chile, El Pino Hospital nurse Damaris Silva plays the violin for patients with new coronary pneumonia in the intensive care unit.

"Support" for them, not just today

  According to data released by the United Nations Women's Agency in November 2020, during the epidemic, the proportion of women leaving the labor market was higher than that of men. The new crown pandemic may cause a 25-year regression of the status of women worldwide.

  WHO data also shows that one out of every three women in the world has experienced physical or sexual violence. During the lockdown, they also faced a surge in domestic violence.

  The female suicide rate is also worryingly soaring.

According to the "New York Times", in Japan, a total of 6,976 women committed suicide in 2020, an increase of nearly 15% over 2019, and the first year-on-year increase in more than a decade.

  Behind each number, there was one flower after another that was supposed to be in full bloom, trapped in a difficult situation, and gradually withered.

Now, it is another year of International Women's Day. In addition to praise and celebration, what else can we do?

  In this regard, the United Nations Development Program calls on governments of all countries to provide temporary basic income to millions of the world’s poorest women to help them cope with the impact of the epidemic and reduce economic pressure.

  In addition, every bit of action taken by you in front of each screen may also have a knock-on effect that benefits individuals.

  Support for them shouldn’t be only today——

  Please listen and understand more, share family responsibilities as much as possible, insist on saying no to violence and discrimination around you, and "support" every lovely and beautiful girl!

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