Yvette Roudy, pioneer of women's rights in France, dies at 97

Yvette Roudy, France's first 'Minister for Women's Rights' from 1981 to 1986, has died in Cabestany.

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She played a key role in recognizing March 8 as International Women's Rights Day in France.

Her legacy includes major laws on professional equality and parity.

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