gender equality

By Rita Bhowmick (Dhaka Bureau) The core theme of International Women’s Day 2026 was Rights, Justice, and Action.’ In alignment with this goal, a vibrant dialogue organized at the British Council in Dhaka showcased the dreams of Bangladesh’s youth- a…

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Sunday highlighted the importance of gender equality, stressing women’s fundamental role in the construction of a free, egalitarian and sovereign country. At an official ceremony to mark the International Women’s Day, she urged Mexican women…

A dazzling display of sustainable innovation as participants from both male and female categories showcase their meticulously crafted sci-models adorned with exquisite, recycled costumes. Starting with Mr. and Ms. SCIMA 2024: Solomon Damaso and Jehan Reese Damogos, 1st place:  Jaymar…

On International Women’s Day. As never before, urban and rural women in all the cities of the central region of the country are preparing to celebrate their day with a variety of activities, without ceasing to demand a strict awareness…

Environmental group BAN Toxics held a webinar as the world celebrated International Women’s Day. Speakers from the academe, science, and development work shared their insights on the intersectionality of environment, women, and gender rights. “We seem to have come a…

For the first time in history, according to a new report by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), not a single functioning parliament in the world is “all-male”, but achieving parity is a little further away: 80 years away from gender balance…

The European Council, the Commission and the Parliament have agreed on the main points of the new EU Pay Transparency Directive. The directive aims to end the pay gap between women and men. In the future, companies with more than…

By Leituala Kuiniselani Toelupe Tago-Elisara An often quoted indigenous reference in the Samoan language is, O le ala i le pule o le tautua, literally translated, “the pathway to leadership is through service” because to be able to lead is…

By Jemimah Njuki In countries where women are most marginalized, discriminated under the law and where gendered norms prevent women from owning property and resources, people are also the hungriest. This is because gender equality and food systems are intertwined.…

Exactly 25 years after the historic world conference in Beijing on the advancement and equality of women, the head of the UN gender empowerment agency declared on Friday that “its significance is undimmed”. Looking back on the Fourth World Conference on…