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We all recognise that men and boys play a critical part in supporting women’s economic participation, addressing harmful gender norms and preventing violence against women and girls. But the tendency for men to think they are expected to conform with ‘traditional’ notions of masculinity can be a disincentive for them to advocate for gender equality. How can we shift men’s perspectives and get them involved? This upcoming 19 March, join Investing in Women’s Kim Patria in a virtual panel with other regional practitioners on Engaging with Men in Support of Gender Equality, organised by Abt Global. Register now at the link below. #GenderEquality #MenAsAllies #InvestInWomen   

Introducing the Kigali Declaration Explainer Video! What is the Kigali Declaration? Why is it a game-changer for media and gender equality? This concise video breaks it all down—its mission, values, and how you can join a movement reshaping media to be safer, more inclusive, and gender-sensitive. Visit: https://lnkd.in/dUfkHXAZ to learn more and sign up to join this transformative movement. #KigaliDeclaration #MediaForChange #16daysofactivism

🌴 In his latest article, Sakiusa Nabou summarises key findings and recommendations of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Development Finance Review and the implications for the #Pacific region. Discover how Australia's commitment to development finance can shape infrastructure, climate resilience, and gender equality initiatives in the Pacific. 👉 https://ow.ly/lhug50Ra8BP #DevelopmentFinance #PacificDevelopment #DFATReview #PacificForum

Gender equality includes ensuring equal access to healthcare. On #InternationalWomensDay, let's commit to closing the gender health gap. By investing in women's health, we can accelerate progress towards a healthier and more equitable world. #InvestInWomen #IWD2024

We’re proud to have joined a group of leading organizations to promote the United Nations Global Compact’s #ForwardFaster targets on living wage and gender equality, two key issues in the fight for workers’ rights in global supply chains.   This global, multi-sector initiative is calling on companies to commit and take credible and ambitious action supporting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.   Learn more 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g2vTPGp8 #LivingWage #GenderEquality #SupplyChain #SDG

Today, nearly 4 in 5 Africans cook their meals over open fires or traditional stoves – with dire impacts on health, gender equality & the environment On 14 May, our Summit on Clean Cooking in Africa will convene global leaders to make 2024 a turning point on this major issue 👉 https://iea.li/3wqqnII

We need urgently clean cooking solutions in the refugee context

Providing safe, gender-segregated and gender-neutral public facilities with adequate water and disability-friendly designs contributes toward long-term sustainable development. Please check out this new publication.

Child labour is a complex issue in rural areas, but the ECLT is making headway with effective on-the-ground interventions. From empowering local communities to promoting gender equality and improving farmer incomes, ECLT's multifaceted approach is driving real change. Dive into our latest article about our strategies against child labour. https://lnkd.in/dUM2rnHe

Did you miss the webinar on gender equality in the context of food security organised SIANI, Sida FAO & the Government of Sweden ? The webinar highlighted the need to exchange ideas and knowledge to accelerate #GenderEquality in #FoodSecurity and #nutrition.