Tag: women’s rights

Tajikistan's government has imposed a ban on the hijab, citing concerns over security, nationalism, and the influence of radical Islam. ...

Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen, faces an uncertain future as she awaits a possible pardon ...

In a bid to amplify narratives on gender-based violence, WHO Myanmar is hosting the "Celebrating Voices" short story competition during ...

China faces a significant sex imbalance, with a reported 33 million more men than women. This demographic disparity raises concerns ...

In the latest report by UN Women, research highlights alarming rates of femicide in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. The findings ...

The UN's OHCHR has urged Afghanistan to repeal its ban on women pursuing medical training, highlighting the detrimental impact on ...

Yun Dong-ju, a notable Korean advocate for victims of Japan’s WWII sex slavery, has passed away. She dedicated her life ...

At a recent CMI workshop organized by the Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, Yemeni women gathered to share experiences and forge ...

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced plans to bolster the resilience of rural women in Tajikistan through targeted support ...

Amnesty International reports that a Saudi woman, unjustly convicted for posting about women's rights on social media, has been forcibly ...

UN Women Tajikistan marked World Football Day by collaborating with the Central Asian Football Association to promote gender equality and ...

In the face of ongoing conflict, women in Syria are emerging as pivotal leaders in the fight for survival and ...

Tech-facilitated gender-based violence is a growing concern in Mongolia, prompting The Asia Foundation to launch initiatives aimed at raising awareness ...

In Nepal, early marriage remains a pressing issue, affecting countless young girls' education and health. CARE Stories highlights the resilience ...

## ‌Raffaella​ Iodice:⁤ Remembering a Dedicated Diplomat ### A ⁣Life of Service Cut‌ Short Raffaella ​Iodice, who formerly served as ...

Empowered Voices: The Role of Women in South Asian ProtestsThe⁣ Rise of Female Activism In recent years, women have emerged ...

Urgent ⁢Call for Empowering Women Across the‌ Asia-Pacific Region The Need for Accelerated⁤ Action The Asia-Pacific region stands at ⁤a ...

# The Impact of ‍Megatrends on‌ Gender⁢ Equality and ‌Women's Empowerment in the ⁢Asia-Pacific Region ## Introduction to Gender Equality ...