Fact sheet. Zero Discrimination Against Women and Girls

ZERO DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS

Gender inequalities and harmful gender norms drive the systematic denial of women’s rights and block the advancement and empowerment of women. They are also powerful factors in the HIV epidemic that must be squarely addressed in order to achieve a world free from AIDS.

On Zero Discrimination Day and as part of the global movement for equality for women and girls, UNAIDS is highlighting seven areas where discrimination against women and girls persists, raising awareness and calling for change.