Dr Irene Khan - Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment: The Unfinished Revolution
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The 2011 International Women's Day lecture is presented by Dr Irene Khan, International Human Rights expert and former Secretary General, Amnesty International. Dr Khan considers gender equality and women's empowerment. The lecture is chaired by the journalist and broadcaster, Sheena McDonald.
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