From where I stand "There are certain prerequisites that must be met for a gender-responsive climate action"
"How much progress have we made? How far have we come? Has there been any meaningful contribution?" Sadly, the answers often feel uncertain ... Read more
Back to basics: Fighting for women’s rights under the Taliban
"I was in Kabul on 15 August 2021 — the day the city was captured by the Taliban — acting as the representative for UN Women, a position to which I would later be formally appointed. The day started like any other but by midday, the dread that had been building for some days materialised with the news that the Taliban had entered Kabul’s city gates — their final stop in a takeover that happened so quickly, it felt both inevitable and impossible at the same time ... more
From excluded to empowered: Nang’s rise to respected community leader
“Today, Nang holds a pivotal role in her village. The Village Development Committee elected Nang to become a member, and her suggestions are valued and considered, showcasing the transformative change brought about by the training and other project activities we’ve implemented in her village,” said the representative from UN Women’s local partner ... more
In the words of Lina*: “Women want the right to make decisions, not just in their homes but in government and other spaces”
After the takeover, I took some space from my work for about a year. I haven’t faced any direct threats, but I was afraid because of the way the DFA were treating women ... more
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We must step forward – The situation is not hopeless, and we are not helpless
Wednesday, 18 September 2024 | UN WOMEN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SIMA BAHOUS
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Christine Arab, Regional Director
We’re glad to introduce Christine Arab, our new Regional Director for UN Women in Asia and the Pacific ... Read more
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Fuli Khatun, a flood victim. She lives with her daughter. Her husband died a long time ago. Their house is underwater. In the photo, she is collecting relief supplies. Bangladesh Flood, 2019.
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