Monthly Corner

Evaluation of UN Women’s Work on the Care Economy in East and Southern Africa 

A regional study of gender equality observatories in West and Central Africa, carried out by Claudy Vouhé for UN Women

Sources: UN Women

This regional study offers an inventory and analysis of the legal framework of gender observatories, their attributions, functions and missions. It is based on exchanges with 21 countries, in particular the eleven countries that have created observatories. It compares the internal organisation and budgets of the observatories between countries, looks at operational practices, in particular the degree of involvement in the collection and use of data, and identifies obstacles and good practices in terms of influencing pro-gender equality public policies. Finally, the study draws up a list of strategic recommendations intended for observatories, supervisory bodies and technical and financial partners.

MSSRF Publication - November 2025 - Shared by Rajalakshmi

Ritu Dewan - EPW editorial  comment on Labour Codes

Eniola Adeyemi Articles on Medium Journal, 2025

An analysis of the “soft life” conversation as it emerges on social media, unpacking how aspirations for ease and rest intersect with broader socio-economic structures, gendered labour expectations, and notions of dignity and justice

Tara Prasad Gnyawali Article - 2025

This article focused on the story of community living in a wildlife corridor that links India and Nepal, namely the Khata Corridor, which bridges Bardiya National Park of Nepal and Katarnia Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttar Pradesh, India.
This article revealed how the wildlife mobility in the corridor affects community livelihoods, mobility, and social inclusion, with a sense of differential impacts on farming and marginalised communities.

Lesedi Senamele Matlala - Recent Article in Evaluation Journal, 2025

Events

Vacancies

Vacancy | GxD hub, LEAD/IFMR | Research Manager

Hiring a Research Manager to join us at the Gender x Digital (GxD) Hub at LEAD at Krea University, Delhi.

As a Research Manager, you will lead and shape rigorous evidence generation at the intersection of gender, AI, and digital systems, informing more inclusive digital policies and platforms in India. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys geeking out over measurement challenges, causal questions, and the nuances of designing evaluations that answer what works, for whom, and why. We welcome applications from researchers with strong mixed-methods expertise, experience designing theory or experiment based evaluations, and a deep commitment to gender equality and digital inclusion.

Must-haves:
 • 4+ years of experience in evaluation and applied research
 • Ability to manage data quality, lead statistical analysis, and translate findings into clear, compelling reports and briefs
 • Strong interest in gender equality, livelihoods, and digital inclusion
 • Comfort with ambiguity and a fast-paced environment, as the ecosystem evolves and pivots to new areas of inquiry
📍 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gcBpjtHy

📆 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
So sooner you apply the better!

Members

EvalFest2026: Evaluations in complex and evolving contexts: Harmonising youth, innovation and impact

EvalFest 2026 will be a dynamic platform for:

  • Knowledge Sharing: Explore cutting-edge evaluation practices in complex contexts.
  • Partnership Building: Connect and collaborate with fellow evaluators, policymakers, academics, and grassroots organizations to forge stronger alliances.
  • Collaborative Vision: Contribute to a collective movement shaping the future landscape of evaluation practice.
  • Insightful Documentation: Access a comprehensive compendium of learnings, capturing key discussions and presentations.

The Innovation Bazaar is a space where individuals and organizations present their innovative work on evaluation and receive feedback from participants. It will be organized in a dedicated area, with each selected presenter having a stall to showcase their work. Participants can visit the stalls to listen to the presenters, engage in discussions, and share feedback. . Presenters are encouraged to use creative formats such as storytelling, posters, or documentaries.

Plan for the Bazaar: For the Innovations bazaar

  • Kiosks will be set up in the lawns of Lady Irwin College. 
  • Each selected Bazaar entry will be given a Kiosk that will have a Table, 10 Chairs and an electricity connection. 
  • Presenters will be free to organize their Kiosk in a suitable manner that persons can walk in and interact with presenters about their ideas. 
  • A combination of an interactive display/ demonstration along with display material have worked well in the past years
  • For their kiosks Presenters must get their own stationary, laptops, projectors etc and any other material they may require
  • The use of loud audio speakers will not be allowed. If mikes of low frequency are needed, that do not disturb other kiosks, they may be brought by the presenters and used with prior information
  • Presenters must arrive  early (8.45-9 am ) and should set up their kiosks, which must be ready by 10 am
  • Apart from the selected Bazaar entries Kiosks will also be set up for display of selected poster presentations as well as a book exhibition to give a festive bazaar environment
Participants:

  • The bazaar will be formally inaugurated at 10 am and will wind up by 1.00 pm
  • Audience will include participants of the conference; UG and PG students of Lady Irwin College; Faculty members of the college
  • We are expecting around 250 persons to participate in the Bazaar

Get ready to engage, connect, and shape the future of evaluation!

Date: February 10-13, 2026
Where: New Delhi, India

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