Issue proclamation supporting UN women's anti-discrimination treaty
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In Plain English
The city council plans to formally endorse the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women. This international treaty commits countries to ending gender-based discrimination in law and practice. The proclamation expresses Richmond's symbolic support for women's equality but creates no new city policies or spending.
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Approve consent calendar
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- Rita MaranIn person
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