The Pandemic Has Pushed Women Out of Work. These Policies Can Help.
In Southeast Asia, women workers were disproportionately affected by the pandemic. Urgent policy action is needed to address the issue and improve the welfare of women in other areas as well.
Chatbots Offer a New Lifeline to Address Domestic Violence
As domestic violence increased during the pandemic, digital technology was used in innovative ways to help victims.
Women’s Leadership Drives Change and Innovation in Business
Businesses in Asia and the Pacific are discovering that putting women in leadership positions is good for business and good for the economy overall.
Women Are Key to Improving Rural Sanitation
On World Toilet Day, a marketing campaign in Viet Nam sheds light on what makes civil society organizations effective partners for development projects
Four Ways to Advance Equality for Women in the Workplace
Fostering a culture of inclusion is a highly complex, long-term process. The corporate world and other players in private sector need to do their part to maximize opportunities for all genders.
Menstrual Hygiene: A Missing Link for Improving the Lives of Girls in Nepal
For women and girls to participate fully in the development of Nepal, efforts to address the issue of menstrual hygiene management must be strengthened and expanded.
Helping Viet Nam’s Small Businesses and Female Entrepreneurs Endure
Small businesses are the backbone of the Vietnamese economy. The government should take decisive action to help them, particularly those owned by women.
In Pakistan, Direct Cash Payments to Families are Key to Helping More Girls Stay in School
Conditional cash transfer programs, in coordination with strategic policies, can improve the educational opportunities of millions of children in Pakistan, especially girls.
Here’s How the Pandemic Can Give Women More Opportunities in Digital Technology
COVID-19 has triggered a massive shift to the use of digital technology in work, education and other aspects of life. Gender-sensitive policies are needed to make sure that women benefit from these changes.
Working Towards a Women-Focused Pandemic Recovery
The pandemic threatens to reverse recent progress on gender equality. Making women central to pandemic recovery efforts will help the region to build back better. Here are answers to some of the key questions.