Around the world and through the decades, we have all shared in the global struggle for gender equality.
Women and Gender Equality
The world has made unprecedented advances, but no country has achieved gender equality. Legal restrictions have kept 2.7 billion women from having the same choice of jobs as men. Less than 25% of parliamentarians are women. One in three women experiences gender-based violence. International Womens Day, 8 March, is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women. This years theme, , is aligned with s campaign marking the of the . Lets make 2020 count for women and girls everywhere!
Close your eyes and imagine that an astronaut walks into our hall. Who do you see: a man or a woman? UNESCOs seminar highlighted gender biases in science, discussing the underrepresentation of women in pursuing scientific careers.
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we are imagining what happens when ALL voices in science are included.
With a looming planetary crisis, experts stress the need for more women in science. discusses the importance of gender equality in environmental solutions.
The , established in 1995 by 189 governments at the Fourth World Conference on Women, is the most comprehensive plan for achieving equal rights for all women and girls. It focuses on , including jobs and economy, political participation, peace, the environment, ending violence against women and more. As we approach the 30th anniversary in 2025, it is crucial to continue the fight for gender equality and equitable power structures for all. Are you ready?!
Women and girls belong in science, yet today, only one in three scientists is a woman. This gender gap hinders innovation, progress, and societal development. As we mark the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11 February), lets commit to creating equal opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
This years International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation focuses on "Stepping up the pace: Strengthening alliances and building movements to end FGM". It highlights the urgent need for collaboration and calls on everyonegirls, boys, men, women, youth, survivors, communities, governments, organizations, and all sectorsto take action. Indifference is not an option. The pace of necessary change must increase 27-fold to meet the 2030 target of eliminating FGM. On 6 February, lets come together to support #Unite2EndFGM and lead the charge in the #EndFGM campaign.
80,000 people, including 1,230 pregnant women, need humanitarian assistance after the devastating earthquake in Vanuatu. It pains me to see this vibrant country battered by yet another natural disaster, says Dr. Natalia Kanem, who recently visited the Pacific island. See .
With over 145 million adolescent girls calling Africa home, the potential for transformative change is immense. Yet challenges persist: from high rates of child marriage to limited educational opportunities. to ensure that adolescent girls enter adulthood empowered to thrive?
Gender-based violence violates human rights, particularly for women and girls in situations of crisis, conflict, and displacement.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Shanley Cl矇mot McLaren and fellow activists launched #StopFisha to combat , which surged with the rise of social media use. The platform tracks and reports abusive accounts, provides legal and psychological support, and advocates for stronger policies. With the rise of technologies like AI and deepfakes, the issue has become more pressing, particularly for women and girls, who are disproportionately affected by online gender-based violence. #StopFisha's efforts are part of a global movement calling for stricter regulation and greater accountability to protect women's digital rights.
Tradition, chastity, and marriageability are some of the reasons often cited for the prevalence of female genital mutilation among women and girls in Egypt. However, the real driving forces behind this harmful practice are gender bias, misogyny, and inequality. Meet several individualsincluding grandmothers, fathers, farmers, teachers, and shopkeeperswho have recognized female genital mutilation as a form of gender-based violence and have committed to putting an end to it. Read on to discover how these people have become catalysts for change within their communities.
Closing the gender gap in irrigation through policy reforms, leadership opportunities, and equal access to resources is key to improving agricultural productivity and sustainability.
In Trinidad and Tobago, women united by a shared dream, are learning sewing skills to enhance their economic stability.