UN salutes rural women facing discrimination on World International Women's Day On the occasion of International Women's Day today (March 8), the UN wishes to commend those who stand strong and determined to transform the lives of women. A statement from the UN Resident Coordinator in Ghana, Christine Evans-Klock, congratulates male and female champions in rural and urban areas in various countries who have made gender equality and women's empowerment their cause and mission in life. GBCONLINE ---DECRYPTED---