Melinda Gates on her foundation’s work and the need to ‘lift up women’ worldwide

The video discusses Melinda Gates' book, 'The Moment of Lift', focusing on empowering women globally. Gates shares her journey of finding her voice in a male-dominated field and the societal barriers women face. She highlights the lack of data on women's issues and the importance of contraceptives for women's health, despite disagreements with the Catholic Church. Gates also addresses political views without naming specific administrations to keep her book timeless. Finally, she emphasizes the importance of equality in marriage and society, advocating for change and empowerment.

How does the speaker view the relationship between contraceptive access and women's health?

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