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Presidency highlights work of rural women in Peru's sustainable future

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

Photo: ANDINA/Presidency of the Republic of Peru

10:00 | Lima, Oct. 15.

The Presidency of the Republic on Tuesday highlighted the work carried out by rural women in the sustainable future and well-being of households nationwide.

This message, disseminated through the Presidential Office's account on the X platform, was issued within the framework of the International Day of Rural Women.

"From sowing to the table, they are the guardians of the land and our food. Their work is essential to ensure a sustainable future and the well-being of households. To all rural women, we express our deep respect and admiration for their efforts and dedication," reads the post.

The International Day of Rural Women has been celebrated every October 15 since 2008. This day was established by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly via a resolution approved on December 18, 2007.

This celebration seeks to recognize the role and contribution of rural women in promoting agricultural development, enhancing food security, and eradicating rural poverty.

It is worth noting that rural women represent a quarter of the world's population. Similarly, they mainly depend on natural resources and agriculture to subsist.

They also have a major responsibility for food security in developing countries, as rural women make up approximately 43% of the agricultural workforce. Besides, they produce, process, and prepare a large part of the food.

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Published: 10/15/2024