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The quote says that inequality and climate change are connected problems, not separate ones. It presents action on both as part of a shared effort for fairness and survival.
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About Winnie Byanyima
Ugandan engineer, politician, activist and diplomat
Winnie Byanyima is a Ugandan engineer, politician, human rights activist, feminist, and diplomat, known for her leadership in public life and international advocacy. She serves as the executive director of UNAIDS. Byanyima has built her career across government, diplomacy, and civil society. Her work is associated with human rights and gender equality, and she is widely recognized for speaking on issues of justice, public health, and the rights of women and marginalized communities.
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