UN Women

When women are given equal opportunities they can do anything! That's what Merve Erbay proved by becoming the first woman firefighter in the Turkish Parliament in 2019. 👩🚒 On International Firefighters Day, we thank Merve and all women firefighters who continue to challenge gender stereotypes. Read her story: https://lnkd.in/dXrKGYtF Via UN Women Europe and Central Asia

Why do we need women in climate journalism? To: 🟩 Expose untold narratives 🟩 Support women climate defenders 🟩 Challenge gender stereotypes 🟩 Ensure women are represented in climate coverage 🟩 Drive accountability through feminist #ClimateAction This #WorldPressFreedomDay, listen to our national Goodwill Ambassador for the Philippines and broadcast journalist, Karen Davila explain the importance of women in climate journalism. Check it out and share with your network!

Globally, women are paid around 20% less than men on average. On #LabourDay, we demand equal pay for work of equal value and an end to gender discrimination in the world of work. Are you with us? Yes Yes Yes 💬 🔁 ❤️ International Labour Organization #MayDay

Informal employment. Unpaid domestic work. Motherhood penalty. Restrictive gender roles. Discriminatory hiring practices. Sexist promoting decisions. The patriarchy. The gender pay gap is rooted in systemic inequalities. It's high time for #EqualPay! Are you with us?

This World Day for Safety and Health at Work we look at the harmful impacts of #ClimateChange: ☀️Excessive Heat and Solar UV radiation 🏭Air pollution 🌊Extreme weather Whilst all workers may be impacted by climate change globally, women workers may be at increased risk due to their life stages and job roles, including in subsistence agriculture. Pregnant women are more vulnerable to health stressors such as extreme heat, air pollution and other climate-related events. Pregnancy-related complications include hypertension, miscarriages and stillbirths. We need urgent protective measures in workplaces globally. 👉Source: International Labour Organization's new report https://lnkd.in/dD3gm7N4 #SafeDay2024

Women are essential to addressing environmental challenges. Women bring: 💚Leadership 💚Adaptability 💚Resilience 💚Knowledge of the land Learn how women's participation in #ClimateAction is sowing seeds of change in Colombia: https://lnkd.in/dSRM7gy2

This week our Goodwill Ambassador Danai Gurira briefed the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on conflict-related sexual violence, disarmament and ending cultures of impunity. "I am here today to amplify the voices of those who are never seen and heard, to acknowledge their suffering, and to make sure they are not forgotten." Watch her powerful speech in full👉https://lnkd.in/dvVxXjnp

📣 Calling all #GenerationEquality Commitment Makers! We want to hear from you. Now is the time to report on your progress. Your input will help: ✅ Enhance transparency ✅ Support effective decision-making ✅ Proactively manage risks ✅ Drive collective accountability Complete your reporting by 17 May 👉 https://lnkd.in/dsfRnhz3 Check the results from 2023 Survey 👉 https://lnkd.in/dcr2GFX3

It's #GirlsInICT Day! Let’s prioritize their meaningful leadership by 🌐 Providing inclusive learning environments that actively combat bias 🌐 Promoting diversity and access to role models Are you with us? 🔗Read our full statement: https://lnkd.in/dHhXhgPU

“It is crucial to challenge stereotypes and show girls that they can pursue careers in tech.” This #GirlsInICT Day, listen to Natacha Sangwa describe her transformative experience attending the African Girls Can Code Initiative BootCamp. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dQT4SUbb