Episode
A woman’s right to know: Closing the gender gap with access to information // Le droit de savoir d'une femme : Combler le fossé entre les hommes et les femmes grâce à l'accès à l'information
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- Info Matters
- Published
- Sep 25, 2023
- Duration seconds
- 2224
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Summary
Access to government-held information has long been recognized as a fundamental right. Unfortunately, for many women today, getting the information they need to receive benefits or services, help support their families, and engage in civic life remains a struggle. Laura Neuman, a senior advisor with the Carter Center, speaks about closing the gender divide and how access to information for women has the power to transform lives.