Climate change is an existential threat to our planet but its impacts aren’t yet felt in equal measure everywhere. Unprecedented natural disasters and extreme weather events are wreaking havoc, especially across the most vulnerable communities around the world. As COP28…
The contribution of women human rights defenders to peacebuilding and security in conflict, post-conflict, and crisis-affected settings is nothing short of transformative. Whether individually or collectively, women create the conditions conducive to peace, conflict resolution, and the realization of justice…
Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi received this year’s Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her fight against the oppression of women in Iran. She is the 19th woman to win the prize since 1901. In her acceptance statement, Ms. Mohammadi…
When Ellen Johnson Sirleaf became the first democratically elected woman president in Africa, she embarked on an arduous journey to bring Liberia into a new era of peace, democracy, and stability following years of civil war. Since then, she has…
Creating meaningful progress toward gender equality cannot be achieved without addressing the needs of the communities most affected by inequities and where grassroots change is most dynamic and effective. With its ambitious five-year plan, the Generation Equality Forum (GEF) has…
Gender equality is a powerful catalyst for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By including women in decision-making processes and advancing women’s leadership across public governance, progress can be achieved in every aspect of life and for the benefit of…
The recent 78th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) brought into focus the slow progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2030 Agenda. Held against a backdrop of mounting global challenges, the high-level meetings of this…
Inclusive multilateralism can help unlock comprehensive and sustainable solutions in a world burdened by complex, interconnected challenges. Central to this inclusive approach is recognizing women as pivotal stakeholders in decision-making processes that foster positive change and progress. As emphasized by…
Of all the world’s regions, Africa contributes the least to global greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation. Yet, the African continent is acutely vulnerable to the impacts of the climate crisis. Extreme weather conditions and environmental damage caused by climate…
