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🔨 Milestone effort helps women break barriers in Malawi's tea sector! A new programme is promoting #GenderEquality and combatting sexual harassment in southern African. Now, with the support of the International Labour Organization and the Tea Association of Malawi, Solidaridad Southern Africa has launched a groundbreaking gender policy for Malawi's tea sector. The policy establishes a framework to create safer and more equitable workplaces for all tea sector employees. By promoting gender equality, we're working towards a more sustainable and just future for all. Read more here https://lnkd.in/gQg8Ct8a **** #Sustainability #WomensRights #GenderTransformative #SustainableTea Shungu Kanyemba, Phindiwe Nkosi

⚖ ✨ At GIZ, we believe prioritizing gender equality is crucial for advancing human rights and fostering economic growth. At the recent Gender Network Meeting in Addis Ababa, we engaged with nearly 50 colleagues from over 30 African countries, discussing strategies for promoting gender equality in Tanzania and across Africa. A highlight was meeting Ms. Prudence Ngwenya, Director of the Women and Youth Directorate at the African Union Commission. Her dedication to gender equality inspired us deeply. Our discussions covered positive masculinity, anti-sexual harassment measures, and gender monitoring, enhancing our understanding of these vital issues. Sharing best practices, reviewing the new draft GIZ gender strategy, and conducting project visits within the GIZ Ethiopia and the African Union portfolio provided rich opportunities for in-depth conversations. This collaboration strengthened our network of colleagues dedicated to advancing gender equality. Reflecting on this enriching experience, we are motivated to implement actionable strategies in Tanzania. The connections and insights gained will enhance our efforts to promote gender equality and empower communities. Together, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, driven by our vision of a more equitable future for all. #GenderEquality #HumanRights #Empowerment #SocialDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth #GIZ 

Gender equality is essential for accelerating the sustainable development goals of the Agenda 2030. Gender mainstreaming aims to integrate gender equality perspectives in all the stages and levels of policies, programs, and projects. Migrant women are less included in the labor market in the EU comparing to migrant men and native women. They are also more likely to be overqualified for their jobs. Therefore, in this case study we aim to analyse the existing measures for social and labor integration in Slovenia from the lens of gender equality. This is in order to come up with further conclusions on how to assure gender equality in the discourse of migration and integration for the achievement of the sustainable development goals. https://lnkd.in/eFuPjXYE

Thanks for sharing Malini Patel! The new #ODA data on the status of #gender #equality and #women's #empowerment is interesting. I think what we're seeing in #energy and #humanitarian aid "sectors" is a reflection of compounding issues, some of which are rooted in #socio #cultural norms around where the activities take place, others related to women's lack of representation in the respective #workforce and #organisational #heirarchies, and that again, due to women's lack of participation in #technical fields of #education. We need to be more of aware of the different scales at which we need to tackle inequalities and I don't think we can expect any one sectoral intervention or organisation to make big strides. In fact, I think that's part of the problem. If we had more #multisectoral interventions, development aid focused on the #holistic nature of issues and governments genuinely interested in unleashing the #talents of their people, we'd come much further.

In the Middle East and North Africa, women face extensive legal restrictions preventing them from independently participating in the workforce. Visit bit.ly/48rRm4g to learn more about countries with legal employment-related gender inequalities. At JEDI Jobs, women can break free from gender-based employment constraints through sustainable, highly accessible, and gainful remote job opportunities. Our mission is to ensure women’s rights to employment and financial independence are met. Join us in the quest to improve gender equality in the workplace by hiring women in oppressed communities, bringing balance to your remote workforce. Register with JEDI Jobs bit.ly/3OslIvY NOW to empower women financially, and bridge the gap of gender inequality. #sustainableemployment #genderneutral #employement

In my latest publication, the stark reality facing Yemeni women unfolds— ranking 155th in the Global Gender Gap Index amid conflict. This isn’t just a statistic; it’s a reflection of diminished economic, educational, health, and political empowerment for women. I cannot overstate the dire need to weave gender equality into Yemen’s recovery fabric. The future we envision for Yemen is one where gender justice paves the way for true development. https://lnkd.in/gJPWgURi #YemenGenderGap #ActForEquality #sdg5 #sdg16

Infomative... Gender Disparities in Workforces ... In current rapidly evolving society, the conversation around gender equality in the workplace cannot be overlooked or overstated. According to the ILO's data , countries like Pakistan, Oman & Saudi Arabia the male labour force participation rates are higher than the global average. While , the female participation rates are more than 50% points lower than the corresponding male rates, and 15 to 25 points below the global female average. Let's take a look at the list of countries with the biggest gender disparities in workforces as per the ILO's data ..... 👇👇

OECD DAC Network on Gender Equality Latest data on official development assistance (ODA) for gender equality and women’s empowerment Some findings: -ODA to support women’s rights organisations and movements, and government institutions dropped -Only 4% of total bilateral aid was dedicated to programmes with gender equality as the principal objective, a similar share from the previous period. -The share of ODA with gender equality objectives has dropped after a decade on the rise -“Humanitarian aid” and aid for the “Energy” sector continue to have the lowest shares of aid with gender equality objectives -Gender equality is well integrated into the sectors “Other Social Infrastructure & Services”, “Agriculture & Rural Development” and “Education”. 

Key Insights on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in High-Growth Firms We're excited to share findings from our report, "Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI): A Lens on High-Growth Company Founders in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Rwanda." Here are my top five insights: 👩💼 Gender Disparities: Very disturbing, male founders dominate high-growth companies, with Kenya at 77%, Ethiopia at 76%, and Rwanda at 86%. We need more targeted interventions to support more women led enterprises to scale! 📈 Experience and Age: Most founders are aged 26-40, bringing substantial experience. Kenya has 67.8% in this range, Ethiopia 72.8%, and Rwanda 71.2%. Some youth, Some experience. 📚 Educational Inclusion: Education is crucial for success. Rwanda leads with a high inclusion index score, while Kenya and Ethiopia need further efforts to enhance educational attainment and inclusivity. 🚧 Barriers: Underrepresented founders face financial, socio-cultural, legal, and infrastructural challenges, compounded by gender, race, and geography. 📊 Policy Recommendations: Leverage data and technology, eliminate gender bias in funding, ensure access to affordable finance, expand female-led VC communities, and provide targeted training. These insights highlight the challenges and opportunities in fostering a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d77xkiPr Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments. Together, we can drive positive change. #GenderEquality #SocialInclusion #Entrepreneurship #Kenya #Ethiopia #Rwanda #InclusiveGrowth #WomenInBusiness #AfricaImpactSummit Wabi Sherie Gloria Kisilu Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ngigi, PhD Regina Love Clarkson Michael Kembo Nyandia Kamawe Dr. Karimi Ngeera Kirera, CPA

Congratulations to the Ghana Bar Association for electing its first female president! This milestone is a powerful reminder of the progress towards gender equality, as envisioned in Ghana’s Gender Equality Act. Let's recap some of the highlights of the Act: 📢 Ghana’s new Gender Equality Act sets ambitious targets for workplace representation. 50% women by 2030! 🚨 Public service HR pros: New law mandates gender balance in leadership roles. Compliance is key! 💼 Private sector alert: You now need a gender equality policy, updated every 4 years. 💡 Stay ahead with annual gender reporting. DigitallyHR can help you streamline the process. 🎯 Achieve gender diversity & unlock tax incentives and gov’t contract preferences. 📊 Collect sex-disaggregated data for better tracking. Invest in accurate systems now. 🚨 Grievance resolution just got stronger! Employees can report gender inequality directly. 🔍 Facing penalties for non-compliance? Fines & jail time are no joke. 💪 HR leaders, this Act isn’t just compliance—it’s an opportunity to foster inclusive workplaces. ✨ Simplify your gender equality efforts with DigitallyHR’s policy and reporting tools. Read more here https://lnkd.in/e6X3Zyuh #GenderEquality #HR #HRTech #DigitalHR #Leadership #Diversity #GenderEqualityAct #GhanaHR #GenderPolicy #HRGhana #DiversityMatters