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In Focus

Gender

This beat covers policies about gender equality, empowering of women, issues of violence against women, and gender-related rights.

Women farmers in Ghana lead the charge against climate change

climate They are calling for transformative changes in agriculture sector aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

Kenyan marathoner fighting Gender-Based Violence in memory of fallen athletes

Gender Based Violence Viola Cheptoo started a foundation to create awareness and support GBV survivors. They visit schools, youth training camps, and churches, educating young girls on the red flags to watch out for and stressing the importance of speaking out against violence.

‘Education gave me new life and purpose’

Education A survivor of sexual violence uses her powerful story to advocate for the empowerment of other survivors and promote education as a preventive measure.

As the UN turns 75, we showcase the four African women leaders to address the Assembly.

Peace & SecurityWomen Peace and Security

Namibia held the UN Security Council Presidency in Oct 2000 when the landmark resolution was adopted and still champions gender equality

Young female writer raises awareness on the tensions between upholding public image and surviving domestic violence.

Beyond legislation, countries must tackle negative social norms and rising bias. (#Beijing25)

Good GovernanceSudan

From leading the protests to pushing for lasting change, women are at the forefront.

Violent Extremism

18-country study examines the impact of attacks on infrastructure and physical damage, formal and informal economies, and of 'security spending' on development processes.

youthgender

— Zainab Hawa Bangura, Director-General, United Nations Office at Nairobi

Africa

Influential women from across the globe examine how their leadership is benefiting all people