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Dear John,
As the threat of tariffs unfolds across major economies—particularly targeting China and countries in the Global South—the impact goes far beyond the news headlines.
Women operating in fragile economies—those working in textiles, agriculture, and manufacturing—are already under strain. These are the sectors where many women have found opportunities for dignified work, and they’re also the first to be hit when companies cut costs to stay afloat.
Real-World Consequences for Women
Trade policies may look gender neutral on paper, but their consequences are not. Countries like Lesotho and regions in South Asia are facing tariff threats of up to 50% from the United States, a move that could devastate female-dominated industries. Market instability will lead to job losses, wage freezes, and reduced access to basic needs like healthcare and education for women.
Women’s Rights Are at a Crossroads
The economic fallout is exacerbating existing gender inequalities, including wage gaps, precarious employment, and unpaid care work. These developments come at a critical time—30 years after the Beijing Declaration, where countries pledged to advance women’s rights.
A Call for Gender-Responsive Trade Policy
Womankind urges policymakers to:
* Include gender analysis in trade decisions.
* Strengthen social protection systems (such as pensions, disability support, maternity leave, etc.).
* Support women entrepreneurs in accessing global markets.
* Promote collective bargaining to protect women workers from layoffs.
The Big Picture
Trade wars are more than economic disputes—they're social justice issues. Without a gendered lens, these policies will deepen inequality and reverse decades of progress on women’s economic rights.
Read more in our latest blog ([link removed]) , where we ask —are today’s trade decisions deepening gender gaps? And how can we ensure economic policies protect—not punish—women?
👉 Read the full blog: 'Trade wars threaten women’s economic rights in fragile economies. ([link removed]) '
Now more than ever, your voice matters. Speak up for women’s economic rights and stand with us in demanding trade justice that includes everyone.
In solidarity,
Sally Gift Akinyi O
Communications Manager
Womankind Worldwide
Header image: A woman receiving training in handlooming by Womankind partner Siiqqee Women’s Development Association (SWDA) ([link removed]) near Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. (Photo credit: Maheder Haileselassie Tadese.)
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