World is now ready to celebrate the International Women’s day on March 8. Women, the key to every single problem, no matter how hard the time is she can survive every problem. So on this International Women’s day we bring you the facts which can inspire you to take actions on this day.

The 9 facts you should know about this day are:

1. According to UNICEF an extra year of education can help a girl earn 15-25% more as an adult

2. Educated mothers are likely to send their children to school for their better future, according to UNICEF.

3. According to a survey conducted worldwide, 62 million girls are out of school.

4. Girls who complete their secondary education are likely to become child brides.

5. If present situation continue, 142 million girls around the world will be married before the age of 18 by 2020.

6. Worldwide, an estimated 5,000 women and girls are murdered every year for a perceived dishonour to their families.

7. Domestic violence—just one form of gender-based violence—is costlier than warfare.

8. Domestic violence is not yet considered a crime in more than 20 countries.

9. Women make 20% less than men and won't reach pay equity until 2059 if current conditions persist.

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