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2023 Desertification and Drought Day puts global spotlight on women’s land rights

The 2023 Desertification and Drought Day, marked on June 17, will put the global spotlight on women’s land rights with events taking place in...

Michael Simire - May 18, 2023

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New funding mechanism initiated for indigenous women to achieve 30×30 goals

Indigenous and local community women leaders from Africa, Asia, and North and South America gather in Brazzaville to strengthen the global solidarity movement for...

Michael Simire - May 15, 2023

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Local communities should have power over resources – Ford Foundation

The Ford Foundation says that it is engaging local communities to understand what it means to be custodian of the mineral resources in their...

Michael Simire - May 10, 2023

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Gender inequalities in agriculture costs world $1trn – FAO

The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) says gender inequalities in food and agriculture are costing the world over $1 trillion, noting that leveling...

Michael Simire - April 13, 2023

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Women’s Day: NGO celebrates contributions of women to climate mitigation, economic recovery

The Women Initiative for Sustainable Environment (WISE) on Thursday, March 9, 2023, celebrated some women for their contribution to driving climate change mitigation and...

Michael Simire - March 10, 2023

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Women’s Day: Recognising women’s multiple burdens, group calls for protection, empowerment

"Women in chemical-intensive industries and waste work face multiple burdens. They are disproportionately impacted by hazardous chemicals and waste exposure due to social, biological...

Michael Simire - March 8, 2023

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Women’s Day: Five reasons why climate action needs women

As the world celebrated the International Women's Day on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, it's important to recognise the vital role that women play in...

Michael Simire - March 8, 2023

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Women’s Day: Group seeks equitable distribution of resources for women

The Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO), a non-governmental organisation, has advocated for equitable distribution of resources to women in the society. Dr Godwin Ehigiamusoe, Chief...

Michael Simire - March 7, 2023

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