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Improving Social Safety Nets in Europe and Central Asia.

Siscrimination against women and girls in many countries hampers development.

For poor women in Addis Ababa, access to justice is hampered by a number of barriers.

Safety nets allow people in developing countries to improve their livelihoods in the face of multiple risks.

A women-friendly orchestra in Brazil provides hope and jobs as part of The World Bank's Think Equal campaign. The world is seeing a growing recognition of women's rights with more girls attending school and taking part in traditionally male arenas.

A small business means more security for a woman in Laos. On November 11th, 11.11.11, across the planet we recorded the human experience for One Day on Earth http://www.onedayonearth.org. Women from around the world show and tell us what their work means to them. It's time to think EQUAL. http://thinkequal.worldbank.org