January 5, 2010

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will deliver a major speech Friday, January 8, 2010 to mark the 15th year of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD).

In her speech, Secretary Clinton will announce the U.S. Government's renewed support for reaching the ICPD goals and other related UN agreements including the Millennium Development Goals, as well as the United States' unequivocal commitment to promoting and protecting sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights.

On Friday afternoon, tune in to Secretary Clinton's speech and make it known that the world is watching as the U.S. commits to securing a just and healthy life for women and girls worldwide.   

The speech will be streamed live on www.icpd2015.org starting at approximately 2:30 pm. A transcript and video of the speech will be posted on this site following the event.

Though successful programs exist, more progress needs to be made. To achieve the ICPD's goals by 2015, a sustained commitment is needed by both the public and private sectors.
Please forward this email to your friends and colleagues. Take this opportunity to view Secretary Clinton's speech, host viewing parties, and commit to taking action for the ICPD Agenda throughout the New Year.

Visit www.icpd2015.org for more information.

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