Gender Equality News Monitoring

UNITAR Launches the Fifth Cycle of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Programme for the MENA Region

At the online opening session held on 30 June, representatives from UNITAR and the Government of Cyprus, as well as distinguished guests, offered words of encouragement to the participants. We are proud to welcome participants from Egypt, Sudan, Syria, and …

Việt Nam highlights commitment to gender equality at Global Women’s Summit

  BERLIN – State Vice President Võ Thị Ánh Xuân underscored Việt Nam's notable progress in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment in recent years, affirming the country's consistent commitment to these priorities. Speaking at the opening …

Call to Ban Men From Childcare Work Sparks Debate Over Gender Equality

Freedom Party of Victoria President Morgan Jonas has called for men to be banned from childcare centres after Joshua Dale Brown's horrific child sex offences. Josh Spasaro/The Epoch Times A conservative spokesman in Victoria has proposed banning …

Where’s the Support for Gender Equality? Women Ask at the Global Forum

Supporters for a “gender-just economy” through global financial reforms showed up in force at the UN-led Financing for Development forum this week in Seville, Spain. Even if advocates don’t achieve their goals, they will keep fighting, they say. FEMINIST …

Gender Equality Paves the Way for Empowerment of Refugee Women and Survivors of Sexual Violence in BiH

Jasna* was just 19 years old when war broke out in her home country of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1992. In fear for her life, she hid in the basement of a neighbour’s house, near the town of Zvornik, along with her two-year-old daughter, two sisters and …

Enhance the empowerment of women with gender equality

Myanmar’s history reflects the significant contributions of women in political, economic, social, and cultural arenas. From past to present, Myanmar women have actively participated in nation-building, development projects, and defence duty alongside men. …

“Budget margins”: gender equality in developing countries under-funded by $ 420 billion per year

“Money simply does not reach women and girls who need them most”, United Nations said in a press release published on Monday. This estimate comes in the middle of the fourth international conference on financing ongoing development in Seville, Spain. There …

LGBTQ+ in Turkey: Insisting on life

It was a very emotional moment outside the Palace of Justice in Istanbul last Sunday. Two men ran toward each other, brimming with impatience; they hugged, and just stood there for a moment, clasped together. The taller man was visibly fighting back tears, …

Before We Crown 2025’s Winner, Let’s Rewind The Ad Campaigns That Redefined The Fight For Gender Equality

B&T’s Women in Media Awards, presented by Are Media are a celebration of progress, not only recognising the women driving change in our industry, but the campaigns that are reshaping the conversation around gender equality. The Best Ad Campaign …

‘The Margins Of The Budget’: Gender Equality In Developing Countries Underfunded By $420 Billion Annually

Wednesday, 2 July 2025, 7:27 am Press Release: UN News 1 July 2025 “The money simply is not reaching the women and girls who need it most,” UN Women said in a news release issued on Monday. This estimate comes in the midst of the Fourth International …

‘The margins of the budget’: Gender equality in developing countries underfunded by $420 billion annually

Sam Ramsamy celebrates Kirsty Coventry's historic IOC presidency: A milestone for gender equality in sport

SAM Ramsamy, South Africa’s life honorary member and former executive board member of the International Olympic Committee, was present for the changing of the guard when Kirsty Coventry became the first woman IOC president. Coventry’s statement-making …

2026 budget must prioritise gender equality-NGOCC

CLEOPATRA NANKONDE THE Non-Governmental Organizations Coordinating Council (NGOCC) has urged the government to prioritize gender equality in the 2026 National Budget. NGOCC Executive Director Anne Mbewe-Anamela emphasised the need for a budget that …

UNDP India partners with collective artists network to boost youth-led SDG action; focus on climate, gender equality & ...

UNDP India has partnered with Collective Artists Network India to boost youth involvement in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. This collaboration will leverage media and digital platforms to promote conversations around climate action, gender …

Fagbemi Urges Religious, Traditional Leaders To Champion Fight Against GBV

1 ABUJA – Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has urged both religious and traditional leaders to champion the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Nigeria. Fagbemi gave the advice in Abuja at the Knowledge- …

Cyprus University of Technology Hosts Successful Erasmus+ Project “Feel the FemPower Limassol” Multiplier Event

July 4th, 2025 by guest CC-BY, provided by author The “Feel the FemPower Limassol” event successfully brought together academia and industry experts to discuss and address gender inequalities in the sector of clean energy transition. The event took place …

Dior Renews Partnership With UNESCO to Support Female Students

PARIS – Dior has extended its partnership with UNESCO to provide opportunities for young women through its Women@Dior mentoring and educational program. Olivier Sastre, deputy managing director in charge of human resources and sustainable development at …

It Happened at the UN: Week Ending July 4

Fourth of July fireworks, viewed from Brooklyn, N.Y., near the East River. When the founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence, in 1776, the American critic Louis Menand writes, the document did not “create a nation” but the “idea” of a nation …

Man enough

We are living in a time of conflict and war. Broad swathes of society are afflicted by massive uncertainties and worries. In the shadow of this, traditional images of men are being celebrated in the media. Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg, for example, has called …

Kitchen Countertop Market Valued at $52.7 Billion in 2020, Expected to Reach $80.4 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 3.9%

Kitchen countertop Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Kitchen countertop …

Office Spaces Market Valued at $3.1 Trillion in 2022, Projected to Reach $4.9 Trillion by 2032 with a CAGR of 4.6%

Office Spaces Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Office Spaces Market,…

Concrete Craftsmanship: Home and Soul Furniture Launches New Floor Lamps and Side Tables

Stylish, sustainable, and striking these new concrete designs bring functionality and beauty to any modern home. DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Home and Soul Furniture is proud to introduce its latest …

HaanGlas VIG Brings New Options to Residential Windows Retrofitting

HaanGlas VIG's super thermal property and thin thickness makes it fit any existing windows retrofitting requirement. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As demand for energy-efficient buildings continues to rise, …

Madison Seating Introduces Humanscale Chairs Tailored to Individual Aesthetic Preferences

Madison Seating launches customizable Humanscale chairs, offering over 300 fabric options for personalized ergonomic seating in home and office settings. NY, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madison Seating, a leading online …

Madison Seating Unveils Exclusive Herman Miller Aeron Chair Sale

Madison Seating’s sale on Herman Miller Aeron chairs offers up to 75% off ergonomic seating. NY, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madison Seating, a premier online retailer of premium office furniture, today announced an …

Modern Kitchen Cabinet Trends Highlight Functional Innovation and Minimalist Design

Modern Kitchen Cabinet Trends Highlight Functional Innovation and Minimalist Design COSTA MESA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homeowners and design professionals are embracing modern kitchen cabinets as a way to combine …

Synthetic Gypsum Market: Size, Share, Competitive Landscape, and Trend Analysis, 2023–2032

Synthetic Gypsum Industry: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2023-2032 WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Synthetic gypsum, a byproduct of industrial processes like flue gas desulfurization (FGD) in fossil …

Infinito by Seyedsajad Jalalsadat Wins Silver in A' Lighting Products and Fixtures Design Award

Innovative Waterproof and 360-Degree Rotatable Lighting Design Receives Prestigious Recognition from A' Design Award COMO, CO, ITALY, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Design Award, a highly respected and well-recognized award in …

Whitecell Power by Wei Hu Wins Silver in A' Interior Design Awards

Innovative Office Design by Wei Hu Recognized for Excellence in A' Interior Space and Exhibition Design Category COMO, CO, ITALY, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Design Award, a highly prestigious and well-recognized award in …

Jaqalan by Yaser and Yasin Rashid Shomali Wins Silver in A' Architecture Awards

Shomali Design Studio's Jaqalan Villas Recognized for Excellence in Architecture, Building and Structure Design COMO, CO, ITALY, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Design Award, a highly respected and well-recognized award in the …

Corporate Social Responsibility in Action: AndaSeat Joins Forces with U.S. School to Enhance Student Workspace

Corporate Social Responsibility in Action: AndaSeat Joins Forces with U.S. School to Enhance Student Workspace SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AndaSeat, a global manufacturer of ergonomic seating systems, has …

AndaSeat Aligns Independence Day Timing with Expanded Access to Novis and Core Seating Series

AndaSeat Aligns Independence Day Timing with Expanded Access to Novis and Core Seating Series SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AndaSeat, a developer of ergonomic seating platforms for professional, hybrid, and …

Recruit Umeda by Good Place Wins Silver in A' Interior Design Awards

Good Place's Innovative Office Design Honored for Fostering Connections and Embodying Osaka's Unique Character COMO, CO, ITALY, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Design Award, a highly prestigious recognition in the field of …

Capsule by Stefano Ollino Wins Silver in A' Furniture Design Awards

Stefano Ollino's Innovative Modular Sofa Design, Capsule, Receives Prestigious Silver A' Design Award in Furniture Design Category COMO, CO, ITALY, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Design Award, a highly respected and well- …

Belmondo Suites by Hilal Ustun Caner Wins Silver in A' Hospitality, Tourism, Travel and Hotel Industry Awards

Hilal Ustun Caner's Belmondo Suites Recognized for Excellence in Hospitality Design by International A' Design Award Jury COMO, CO, ITALY, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Design Award, a highly respected and well-recognized …

SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE ANNOUNCES 11 NEW CHAPTERS

MISSION TO END CHILD BEDLESSNESS CONTINUES TO GROW POCATELLO, ID, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), the leading national non-profit organization dedicated to building beds for children in need, …

Porter Family Exteriors Expands with New Location in Cherry Hill, NJ

Porter Family Exteriors celebrates 50 years of service with the grand opening of a new Cherry Hill, NJ location. CHERRY HILL, NJ, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Porter Family Exteriors, a trusted name in residential exterior …

CHITA Showcases Luxury Living at 2025 SummerFest

CHITA, a leading online furniture brand known for its timeless design, is excited to announce that it is an official sponsor of this year’s SummerFest. MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CHITA, a leading online …

Farmers Home Furniture Launches La-Z-Boy® Recliners Across All Store Locations

La-Z-Boy® recliners arrive at all Farmers Home Furniture stores July 1—offering iconic comfort, quality, and style starting at just $649. DUBLIN, GA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Farmers Home Furniture is making comfort more …