Driving Impact Across Seven Key Focus Areas
Education (STEM)
STEM fields are crucial for innovation and economic growth.
Women in STEM drive diverse perspectives, enhancing creativity and problem solving. Yet, they are underrepresented, highlighting the need for gender inclusive education. According to UNESCO, only 35% of STEM students in higher education globally are women. Increasing women’s participation in STEM fields
is crucial for innovation and economic growth. The UN Women report highlights that women in STEM careers earn on average 33% more than those in non-STEM occupations, emphasizing the economic benefits of gender parity in STEM education and employment.
Gender Mainstreaming
Integrating a gender perspective in all policies and
programs is essential for achieving gender equality, ensuring that both women’s
and men’s concerns are considered in planning and decision-making. The
United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR)1325 supports this notion and
continues to promote this across member states. The World Bank’s data shows
that countries with higher levels of gender equality are more likely to have
stronger economic growth and better development outcomes
Economic Empowerment
Economic independence for women is linked to reduced poverty and inequality. Women’s participation in the economy boosts productivity and economic diversity. The World Bank reports that women’s economic empowerment is essential for reducing poverty and promoting inclusive economic growth. Closing the gender gap in employment and entrepreneurship could increase GDP globally by up to $28 trillion by 2025
Leadership
Women leaders contribute to more inclusive decision-making. However, their underrepresentation in leadership roles underscores the need for initiatives that promote women’s leadership. The World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report emphasizes that achieving gender parity in leadership could take over 100 years at the current pace of progress, highlighting the urgency of action.
Health and Wellbeing
Economic independence for women is linked to reduced poverty and inequality. Women’s participation in the economy boosts productivity and economic diversity. The World Bank reports that women’s economic empowerment is essential for reducing poverty and promoting inclusive economic growth. Closing the gender gap in employment and entrepreneurship could increase GDP globally by up to $28 trillion by 2025
Climate Change
Women are disproportionately affected by climate change
but are pivotal in climate action. Empowering women in climate change mitigation and adaptation is vital for sustainable solutions.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) emphasizes the importance of gender-responsive climate policies and strategies to address the unique vulnerabilities of women and leverage their roles as agents of change in climate adaptation and mitigation efforts
Sports
Sports empower women and girls, promoting health, confidence, and social inclusion. Despite this, they face barriers to equal participation in sports. addressing the limited inclusion and inequality of women in sports requires concerted efforts to challenge gender stereotypes, increase investment and support for women’s sports, promote equal opportunities and representation, and ensure the safety and well-being of female athletes.
By tackling these barriers, we can create a more inclusive and equitable sports environment where women and girls can thrive and excel
How we work across the focus areas
