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I am Generation Equality: Fatma Ahmed, activist for women’s inclusion in sport

May 01, 2020 12:35 pm
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Fatma Ahmed, 25, is a Generation Equality Champion and Founder of the Girls’ Inclusion in Sports Campaign based in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
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From where I stand: “Stay home and stay safe—but what if home is where she feels unsafe?”

Apr 30, 2020 06:06 pm
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Sia Kukaewkasem is an advocate, social worker and survivor of domestic violence. For most people in Mae Sot, north of Thailand, she is a “big sister and friend” who listens and cares for others. With four billion people around the world sheltering at home, many women are trapped in isolation with abusive partners, unable to access life-saving resources and support systems.
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“Women and girls are left behind in COVID-19 response” – warn women’s organizations in Europe and Central Asia

Apr 30, 2020 02:16 pm
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Women’s organizations across Eastern Europe and Central Asia urged governments and development partners to recognize the unique and vital needs of women and girls in pandemic response and recovery efforts. Activists warned the international community that the world risks a roll back in women’s rights if necessary efforts are not urgently undertaken.
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Calling to support indigenous peoples in COVID-19 response

Apr 29, 2020 01:01 pm
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The United Nations Inter-Agency Support Group (IASG) on Indigenous Issues calls to include indigenous peoples needs and input in response efforts around the world.
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Using technology to assist vulnerable Syrian refugees during COVID-19 lockdown

Apr 28, 2020 01:37 pm
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Amid the coronavirus pandemic and the social distancing measures, UN Women is providing urgent support, information and essential services to more than 5,700 Syrian refugees in Za’atari and Azraq refugee camps.
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Five women on the front lines of COVID response

Apr 28, 2020 12:05 pm
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As the COVID-19 crisis unfolds, the lives of women and girls everywhere are changing. While some spheres of work and personal life are on pause, others face increased strains and new challenges. Millions of women worldwide are part of the essential workforce on the front lines of COVID-19.
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Colouring pack: Visualizing Generation Equality

Apr 28, 2020 02:00 am
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Looking for ways to raise a feminist or to keep your kids entertained in quarantine? Encourage the next generation of activists by making gender equality a creative learning activity. From sharing the care load to women taking charge, explore the world of Generation Equality with these printable colouring sheets for children of all ages.
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Far from the spotlight, women workers are among the hardest hit by COVID-19 in Bangladesh

Apr 27, 2020 04:09 pm
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In 2019, over 700,000 Bangladeshi workers migrated overseas, through the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET) and around 100,000 of them were women. As countries around the world implement lockdown measures to curb the spread of COVID-19, many Bangladeshi migrants are back home with no income.
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