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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

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Recent Reports by ISST

Hi Everyone,

Two interesting reports were recently delivered by the Institute of Social Studies Trust; I hope everyone enjoys reading them. The Reports are Hyperlinked.

1. Compendium: Towards evidence building for Childcare Provisioning fo...

Introduction  - Early childhood care and education, consisting of components such as health, nutrition, psychosocial care, stimulation, protection, and education, is an essential intervention for ensuring
the appropriate growth and development of children. While providing resources and services is crucial, the process of delivering these services is equally important for their overall impact and effectiveness. Desai (2013) refers to this as 'the dimension of care' and considers it central to the success of early
childhood care activities, on par with the resources provided. Provisioning appropriate care not only requires a consistent presence of a caregiver but also emphasizes the importance of the child's relationship with their caregiver, fostering trust, confidence, and security.

2. SEWA Bharat Aagewan Vikas Program: An Evaluation of Women’s Grassro...

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