Welcome to the #EqualsNow chat on the impact of #COVID19 on women everywhere.

We are so glad to have you join us have this timely conversation. Please quote tweets to respond with A and the corresponding number you are answering.

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To begin, we will like to give our amazing guests a special S/O. @haddijatoujonga @libsonlibain @selamtez4 @ayak_abyei please tell us what you do.

Everyone else joining, please tell us your name, where you are from and what you do.

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Q1. These are tough times for everyone, especially women and girls. We will like to know how this period is like for you. How are you holding up?

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Q2. Reports show that women are disproportionately affected during this period. In your opinion, please share how this affects women and girls in your community, work or spaces.

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Q3. We have seen interesting points on the effects of #COVID19 on #MaternalHealth, #GBV, #MentalHealth and general programming for women and girls in our communities.

How does this draw back the fight for #GenderEquality and feminism in the long run?

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Q4. Now to the big question, what can we do to mitigate the effects you all have pointed out? How do we engage our governments and world leaders to center the needs of women in their response to #COVID19?

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Q5. Solidarity and our safety is quiet crucial during this period. Do you have a feminist group you fall back on? How are you staying connected with and how have that helped you so far?

A quick S/O to @AfriFeminists and @FeministingWAF.

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Q6. Again we acknowledge this is a difficult period for everyone. We are all dealing with #COVID19 differently. Share a tip with the sisters on here to help them cope better.

From us, your #MentalHealth is a priority, take care of yourself too!

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