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ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE
MS FOTOVAT: Good morning. My name is Kat Fotovat, and I am the senior official for the Secretary’s Office of Global Women’s Issues here at the State Department. It is my pleasure to welcome both our in-person and virtual audience to the 15th Annual Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Awards.
We are delighted to join you today on International Women’s Day. Since 2007, the U.S. has marked this day by recognizing women who have exemplified exceptional courage and leadership, advocating for human rights, women’s equality, and social progress, often at great personal risk to themselves and their families.
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Last night, the US Foreign Ministry gave the award to 7 Afghan women and they appreciated their achievements.
The US Foreign Ministry gave honorary awards to the brave Afghan women who were hunted for targeted killings in 2020,” said Enikass broadcast.
In addition to the individual
IWOC) awards presented Monday, Secretary Blinken presented an honorary
IWOC) award, “to a group of seven Afghan women who were assassinated in 2020 while serving their communities during a pivotal moment in Afghanistan’s history. These tragic murders underscore the alarming trend of increased targeting of women in Afghanistan,” said Secretary Blinkin in a statement.
White House File Photo, International Women of Courage Awards Art/Cropping/Enhancement: Rosa YamamotoFPMag
First lady Jill Biden said Monday that the coronavirus pandemic has taught Americans that for better or worse people across the world are tied to each other.
Three African women from Cameroon, Somalia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo are among the 2021 International Women of Courage Award recipients announced by the U.S. Secretary of State late on Thursday.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken would be hosting the virtual award ceremony on March 8. The First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden will deliver remarks to recognize the courageous accomplishments of these women, the U.S. Department of State said.
First Lady Jill Biden visits The Sweet Lobby bakery Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, in Washington, D.C. (Official White House Photo by Chandler West)
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The Biden administration said the award is to honor a group of extraordinary women from around the world, including an honorary award for seven women leaders and activists from Afghanistan who were assassinated for their dedication to improving the lives of Afghans.