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I thought I knew a lot about women until I watched the PowerPoint on the Status of Women Worldwide. It was very informative about women and the journeys we have gone through. I have always heard stories of our struggles and how women are treated in other countries. We have come a long way but still have more to go.  
One of the facts that I was most surprised by was that in many parts of the world, rape is not considered a crime.  I just can’t believe that forceful and unlawful sexual activity or sexual intercourse isn’t a crime everywhere. How can someone do something against a person's will and it’s not a crime. I am so lost with this. It’s just not right. I know we all have different backgrounds and beliefs but men should never be able to have the upper hand over women, in any situation. Being allowed to take something from someone is wrong. Where did these laws or no laws come from?

I am proud of how far women have come over the years, from voting to owning property, the advances have all been great.  Every step has equal importance.  The accomplishments of women/improvements in the treatment of women that I admire most is how 119 countries have passed laws on domestic violence, 125 have laws on sexual harassment and 52 have laws on marital rape. Even though they are not always implemented, just the acknowledgment that there is a problem speaks to us. Those places could have easily swept the injustice under the rug but they are trying to help. I just want to celebrate the brave women that have fought for equal rights in our history.  

My feelings about global women's health now, based on this information is still positive. I am happy that over the past 30 years women are living longer and the number continues to rise.  Our overall health and well-being should continue to be a focal point.

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