Public planning is the jumping-off point for the range of public services and policies that citizens expect from their governments, yet it often overlooks women’s specific needs and priorities. Gender equality should be a stated objective of all plans, backed by specific actions for implementation and sufficient funding. Human Rights The Convention on the...
Read MoreFocus Areas All human development and human rights issues have gender dimensions. UN Women focuses on priority areas that are fundamental to women’s equality, and that can unlock progress across the board. Violence against Women This fundamental violation of women’s rights remains widespread, affecting all countries. Women need strong laws, backed by...
Read MorePublic planning is an important aspect of the administration procedure in every region. Without proper planning, social, economic and political development of a city or a place gets hampered. For a developing city, efficient management of natural resources like water, minerals and land is important. In addition, a proper taxing policy and infrastructural procedures...
Read MorePartnerships Partnerships are the foundation of all aspects of UN Women’s work. Having a broad array of partners who make distinct contributions fosters a widely shared commitment to upholding women’s human rights. This translates into stronger capacities for action, including through sustainable coalitions that accelerate progress towards gender...
Read MoreAcross all areas of life, whether in political bodies or corporate boardrooms, women have a limited say in the decisions that affect them. Quotas and other special measures open more space for women’s participation. New skills help women realize their full leadership potential. Programme and Technical Assistance Research and Training Fund for Gender...
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Read MorePublic planning is an important aspect of the administration procedure in every region. Without proper planning, social, economic and political development of a city or a place gets hampered. For a developing city, efficient management of natural resources like water, minerals and land is important. In addition, a proper taxing policy and infrastructural procedures needs to be prepared. This can be done by chalking out an appropriate plan for the [...]
Partnerships Partnerships are the foundation of all aspects of UN Women’s work. Having a broad array of partners who make distinct contributions fosters a widely shared commitment to upholding women’s human rights. This translates into stronger capacities for action, including through sustainable coalitions that accelerate progress towards gender equality. Donors Voluntary financial contributions sustain UN Women’s programmes and affirm support for gender equality goals. Funding comes from governments, foundations, corporations, [...]