Tag: Gender Equality

Thousands of protesters rallied in Dhaka, Bangladesh, opposing a controversial proposal aimed at expanding women's rights. Demonstrators voiced concerns over ...

In an inspiring initiative, UNICEF shines a spotlight on the remarkable stories of young girls who are igniting change in ...

In a bold and contentious decision, Turkmenistan's government has introduced new limitations on women's ability to obtain driving licenses, claiming ...

The Asia Foundation in Mongolia proudly hosted the President of the Australian Senate along with a distinguished parliamentary delegation to ...

As the effects of global climate change become more pronounced, women in Mongolia are stepping up as essential champions of ...

In a transformative initiative, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe is championing women farmers throughout Central Asia, igniting ...

In an exciting development for women's football in Bangladesh, five exceptional players are gearing up to showcase their skills in ...

UNICEF shines a spotlight on the pressing challenges confronting children and young people in the Maldives, from limited access to ...

Recently, the Deputy Regional Director of UN Women Europe and Central Asia embarked on an inspiring journey to Tajikistan, championing ...

Mongolia proudly welcomed the inaugural World Women’s Forum, uniting passionate leaders and advocates from around the globe to tackle urgent ...

In a groundbreaking electoral reform, Mongolia has reached an extraordinary milestone with an unprecedented number of women stepping into parliament. ...

The World Economic Forum highlights the critical need to bridge the gender skills gap, a vital step towards strengthening local ...

Sri Lanka and Bhutan are leading the charge in empowering women with groundbreaking policies and vibrant community programs. By prioritizing ...

Afghan women activists in Pakistan are bravely battling overwhelming challenges, grappling with the looming threats of deportation and persecution as ...

In the heart of Nepal, sex workers traverse a challenging landscape filled with stigma, legal hurdles, and the struggle for ...

Kuwait has taken a bold step forward by officially abolishing legal leniency for "honour killings," marking a transformative reform that ...

Throughout the ages, Turkmenistan has been profoundly influenced by extraordinary women whose remarkable contributions have enriched its culture and society. ...

Iranian authorities are intensifying their crackdown on women’s rights activists, employing arbitrary arrests, flogging, and even the death penalty, according ...

Kyrgyzstan has just revealed exciting preliminary findings from the Country Gender Equality Profile, a vital initiative backed by UN Women. ...

At CPH:DOX, a powerful spotlight was cast on pressing social issues, with films that bravely tackled topics like sex-selective abortions ...