"It was a surprise that the cases have been arriving in such high numbers, " said Marcia Fry, head of operational development at the commission.

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Our top humanitarian official, high commissioner for human rights, our top development official, our head of management, our top doctor, top lawyer, even our top cop, all are women.

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"A lack of central guidance on social eligibility criteria and perceptions of high cost of implementation are standing in the way of equitable access, " said Sheena Young, its head of business development.

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