Understanding the Impact of Digital Assets on Women in the Informal Service Sector

Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020

At the same time the world is witnessing changing future of work and women’s share in the gig economy is increasing. Reports indicate positive aspects of this growth, such as the financial independence women gain from entering this economy as well as enhancement in the sense of self-identity for those who participate in the economy through platforms that help them advertise and sell their goods and services. However, this area is also fraught with challenges for women. While the ease of doing business that comes from using digital platforms clearly facilitates women’s participation, it also renders them susceptible to sudden changes in employment opportunities or fluctuations in the economy.

Filipino Women Migrant Workers Fact Sheet

Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2016

This fact sheet provides information on Filipino women migrant workers, policy analysis of migration management and provide suggestions for potential areas of policy and programme interventions, partnerships and collaborations to enhance protection and promotion of Filipino women migrant workers’ rights.

Brief on mainstreaming migration into development planning from a gender perspective

Date: Wednesday, July 27, 2016

This brief discusses how migration is mainstreamed into the Philippines development framework, particularly from a gender perspective. This requires mainstreaming migration and development (M&D) issues in every phase of the development planning cycle.

Unzipping agenda 2030 for Key affected women and girls in the HIV epidemic in Asia Pacific

Date: Friday, June 10, 2016

The brief looks at the relevance of Agenda 2030 to KAWGs in the region and outlines the ways in which KAWG can engage in and advocate for their rights in SDG localization processes. It is meant to be used for creating awareness about SDGs among grass root women’s organizations, particularly those led by and working for rights of KAWGs and provides guidance on how to engage in SDG localization processes at regional and country level...