#MeToo movement's Ashley Judd speaks out on rights of women

Ashley Judd, a notable figure in sparking the #MeToo movement, addressed the U.N. General Assembly on the rights of women and girls to control their bodies and be free from male violence. Speaking as a goodwill ambassador for the U.N. Population Fund, Judd commemorated the 30th anniversary of a pivotal 1994 conference document that recognized women’s rights to reproductive and sexual health.

Judd highlighted the evolution of the U.N. Population Fund’s focus from numerical targets to promoting individual choices and supporting girls' education. She shared insights from her global travels, emphasizing the ongoing challenges women face due to sexual and reproductive inequality. The U.N. event also discussed the progress and setbacks in women's rights over the past three decades, underscoring the need for continued vigilance in protecting these rights.