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Story summary
- The United Nations warns that global water shortages severely affect women and girls, harming health, education, and economic opportunities.
- Women and girls spend about 250 million hours daily collecting water.
- A report finds fewer than 20% of water utility workers are women, contributing to health risks and gender-based violence.
- Helen Hamilton of WaterAid emphasizes that clean water and sanitation are essential for women's well-being.
