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Briefly looked at the presidential election manifestos of a few leading candidates to see the emphasis on gender equality and women's empowerment (just drawing from key areas and key activities proposed). Interesting to note the language used in some manifestos, particularly how the term 'gender' and ‘LGBTIQA+’ is not mentioned at all and zero emphasis on men engaged programmes to promote gender equality or either issues central to men. Warning: a long thread. #PresidentialElection #LKA #GenderEquality https://lnkd.in/grDXJnHY

This week is Gender Equality Week! Each day, we’ll highlight a different way to advance gender equality in the workplace. Today is day one of Advancing Equality in the workplace! Let's understand what gender equality is and the reality for women in the Workplace. #GenderEqualityWeek #WomenAtWork #WorkplaceEquity

A really interesting little explainer from the European Institute of Gender Equality on formal vs substantive equality. There’s growing scepticism that formal equality measures where men and women are treated the same may not advance gender equality at all. “The scrutiny of gender-neutral formal laws, policies and programmes that treat women and men alike becomes necessary to evaluate whether they will accelerate the achievement of gender equality in practice and eliminate discrimination against women”. #genderequality #substantivegenderequality

European Institute for Gender Equality Gender Equality Forum Dec 10-11, 2024 Virtual Registration Available The event will feature various panel discussions, workshops, and inspirational talks. Discussions will focus on two key thematic strands: 1. Taking stock of gender equality in Europe now and beyond 2025: this strand will be informed by the results of the Gender Equality Index 2024, which will be released during the Forum followed by discussions with participants. 2. Tackling gender-based violence in the EU: persisting and emerging challenges and how can we address them?

More crucial than ever to push for gender equality.

ISO 53800 provides guidelines to promote gender equality, aiming to create fair and inclusive workplaces. Aligned with #SDG5 to empower women and girls, it also supports #SDG8 by fostering sustainable people development and inclusive economic growth. This enables organizations to contribute to long-term environmental health and improve quality of life, securing benefits for future generations. #GenderEquality #ISO53800 #Inclusion

• SAVE THE DATE • In 2025, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, considered the most progressive blueprint ever for advancing women’s rights. WHAT IS THE BPfA? The BPfA is a global policy framework that outlines commitments to: End discrimination Promote women's rights Advance gender equality WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN 2025? The 30th anniversary will include: A review and appraisal of the BPfA's implementation An assessment of challenges to implementing the BPfA An evaluation of progress towards gender equality and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) An opportunity to reinforce actions and include them in other global commitments The Commission on the Status of Women undertaking the review and appraisal at its sixty-ninth session The United Nations calling on all Member States to conduct national reviews every five years WHEN WAS THE BPfA ADOPTED? The BPfA was adopted in 1995 by 189 countries at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing WHAT DOES THE 30th ANNIVERSARY COINCIDE WITH? The 30th anniversary also coincides with the 10th anniversary of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 SDGs

To mark the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women, the Canadian Beijing+30 Network released a report today titled "Missed Opportunities: A Parallel Report on Canada’s Implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action." The report provides an analysis of the 12 priority areas of concern identified in 1995 as well as additional information on key policy areas that are essential to the realization of women’s rights and gender equality today. Learn about Canada’s progress towards gender equality over the past five years by accessing the report here: https://buff.ly/4dU6IAw

📢 New guidelines for gender equality and women’s empowerment! 🎉 This standard provides direction for organizations to promote and implement gender equality and empower women. Why is it important? It benefits everyone and contributes to sustainable, people-centered development. By addressing systemic gender inequalities and discrimination, the newly developed standard aims to foster a culture of gender equality within workforces. Learn how your organization can actively promote gender equality and women’s empowerment 👇 https://bit.ly/4bCuCRn

When you implement an ISO standard you are putting in place a foundation to address multiple issues and opportunities. #eventprofs if you are implementing ISO20121:2024 you might be interested in these guidelines #eventscreatechange ISO - International Organization for Standardization #events #sustainability