How women can help build a greener, more inclusive cement industry

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I never imagined myself working in a 'hard-to-abate' industry like cement, but - crucially - it was never presented to me as an option, writes Natalija Jovasevic from the World Cement Association

International Women's Day (IWD), celebrated annually on 8 March, serves as a global reminder to honour women's achievements and advocate for gender equality. This year's IWD theme - 'Accelerate Action'...

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