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“I applaud RASIT and the United Nations
for making this mission a priority by establishing the International Day of
Women and Girls in Science. Through awareness-raising campaigns, this movement
will help ensure that women of all ages are given access to education and
training in the sciences and have equal access to employment opportunities in
these fields.”
Mr. Bill de Blasio, Mayor of the City of New York
“I am honoured to have the opportunity to
recognise the Royal Academy of Science International Trust’s initiative,
commitment and hard work that led the Permanent Mission of Malta to the UN to
facilitate the negotiations that led to the adoption of the International Day
of Women and Girls in Science by the entire UN General Assembly. The Royal
Academy of Science International Trust’s leadership and staff have made this
existing, inspirational and eventful commemoration possible.
"On behalf of all New Yorkers, thank you
for your hard work, commitment and support for all women. I know the
International Day will continue to grow and flourish as an expression of
excellence that marks the contributions to the economy by women in the sciences.”
Mr. Charles E. Schumer, US Senator for New York
“Whereas Women who are scientists have
for too long not received recognition for their achievements
Whereas Girls need to see women role
models in order to find the encouragement to enter into courses of study which will enable them
to become scientists girls aspiring to become professionals in the scientific
arena are in special need of encouragement, nurturing, and a gender-sensitive
and inclusive environment
Resolve that this Legislative Body pause
in its deliberations to recognise that the International Day of Women and Girls
in Science is an event worthy of our highest respect and esteem”.
Ms. Liz Krueger, New York State Senator
The
Borough of Manhattan Proclaims February 11
the Princess Dr. Nisreen
El-Hashemite Appreciation Day.
Ms. Gale A. Brewer, President of the Borough of Manhattan
"Speaking as a grandfather, like the
majority of us,
I want a future for our young ones that is safe and secure. One which enables
them to reach their full potential in life, by working counter, the impediments
that exists, you are helping the next generations of women scientists,
mathematicians and leaders to comfortably taken their rightful places in
society. I commend you for your work."
H.E. Mr. Peter Thomson, President of the 71st Session of the United Nations General Assembly
