Tag: gender equality
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Africa’s Women Confront Rising Anti-Gender Pushback: A Call for Stronger Protections
H2: Growing Concerns at ACHPR 85th Ordinary Session At the 85th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR), held in Nairobi, Kenya, leading women’s rights organization Equality Now delivered a stark warning: women and girls across Africa face an intensified risk as anti-gender campaigns gain momentum. The organization called for…
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Euro 2029 in Germany: more than profit margins
Introduction: hosting for impact, not just revenue The Women’s European Championship in 2029 marks a milestone for Germany, the competition’s record champions, and for a broader vision of what hosting a major tournament can achieve. Beyond ticket sales and broadcasting rights, the organizers and the German Football Association (DFB) are foregrounding a lasting legacy: investment…
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Pretty Birds and Silly Moos: The Women Behind the Sex Discrimination Act
Introduction: The Quiet Architects of Reform The Sex Discrimination Act is often remembered as a landmark of British social history, a statute that began to level the playing field for women in work, education, and public life. But behind the formal procedures and parliamentary debates were a network of women who carried the ideas forward…
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Pretty birds and silly moos: the women behind the Sex Discrimination Act
Overview The Sex Discrimination Act of 1975 is often remembered as a landmark moment in UK social history. While legislation can be credited to politicians and lawyers, its passage was propelled by a generation of women who challenged entrenched norms, fought for fair treatment, and pressed for concrete protections in the workplace and beyond. This…
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Boost for Women in Kenya’s Creative Economy as Incubation Funding Deal Advances
Kenya’s Creative Economy Gets a Financial Lift for Women The film value chain in Kenya is among the most promising segments of the country’s thriving creative economy. A new incubation funding deal, sealed in partnership with GIZ, is set to accelerate opportunities for women across the sector. By channeling dedicated support to women-led projects and…
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Boosting Women in Kenya’s Creative Economy Through New Incubation Funding Deal
New funding deal primes women for growth in Kenya’s creative economy Kenya’s vibrant film and creative sectors are poised for a significant shift as a fresh incubation funding agreement unfolds. In a strategic partnership with the German development agency GIZ, the Kenya Film Commission (KFC) is expanding its efforts to champion women’s leadership and entrepreneurship…
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Women Still Underrepresented in Namibia’s National Council
Gender parity on Namibia’s National Council remains elusive Namibia’s National Council continues to reflect a gender gap, with women accounting for only seven of the 42 members. The figure marks a slight improvement from the previous term but underscores persistent underrepresentation at the national level. National Council secretary Tousy Namiseb confirmed the statistics this week,…
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Shining a Light on Violence: UN, PCW, and SM Cares Launch 18-Day Campaign to End VAW with Mall Illumination
Campaign Kickoff: A Visible Stand Against Violence toward Women The United Nations Philippines, in partnership with the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) and SM Cares, has launched a high-visibility 18-day campaign to end violence against women (VAW). The initiative, marked by the illumination of major shopping malls, signals a public commitment to mobilize communities, policymakers,…
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End Violence Against Women: 18-Day Campaign Launch with Mall Illuminations
UN, PCW, and SM Cares Launch 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women The United Nations in the Philippines, in partnership with the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) and SM Cares, officially kicked off an 18‑day campaign aimed at ending violence against women (VAW). The campaign, anchored by the illumination of select shopping malls nationwide,…
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Redefining Masculinity in the Workplace: Toward Inclusive Leadership
Introduction: Why redefine masculinity now? Masculinity in the workplace has long been tied to traits like decisiveness, stoicism, and competition. While these attributes can drive results, they often restrict who feels welcome to contribute and how leadership is practiced. A growing movement in organizational culture is redefining masculinity to embrace emotional intelligence, collaboration, and vulnerability.…