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Evaluation of UN Women’s Work on the Care Economy in East and Southern Africa
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Evaluation of UN Women's work on the Care Economy in East and Southern Africa - Evaluation Report
- Evaluation of UN Women's work on the Care Economy in East and Southern Africa - IN BRIEF
- Evaluation of UN Women's work on the Care Economy in East and Southern Africa - Annexes
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
- Ladysmith seeks a Philippines-based consultant to work on a child marriage project. Strong technical skills in micro-simulation and cost-benefit analysis are needed. Please see the attached ToRs for more details.25039%20Philippines%20National%20Consultant%20.doc
UN Women has announced an opportunity for experienced creatives to join its global mission to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment.
The organization is recruiting a Multimedia Producer (Retainer Consultant) to support communication and advocacy under the EmPower: Women for Climate-Resilient Societies Programme.
This home-based, part-time consultancy is ideal for a seasoned multimedia professional who can translate complex ideas into visually compelling storytelling aligned with UN Women’s values.
Application Deadline: 28 November 2025
Job ID: 30286
Contract Duration: 1 year (approximately 200 working days)
Consultancy Type: Individual, home-based
Experience of being a member of Gender and Evaluation Community
Dear All,
I am Monika Banerjee working as a Research Fellow at the Institute of Social Studies Trust (ISST), New Delhi. I am currently trying to compile the Annual Report of ISST for the year 2020-21.
As you know that this online platform on Gender and Evaluation is being hosted by ISST since 2013 and we at ISST are extremely happy to see the way your participation is constantly strengthening this platform year after year.
This year for the annual report, we thought of including some reflections on the experiences of being part of this large family. It will also give us an understanding of areas where gains are visible and those where more work is required. Therefore, I request you to kindly help us in posting some of your reflections in terms of your experiences of being a member of this gender and eval online community.
We would like to know what has been your experience till date of being a member of this online community and in what way has it helped your work and career.
Hoping to hear from you all soon.
warm regards,
Monika
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Permalink Reply by Dr. Uzodinma Adirieje on
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I am new to being an active member of the 'Gender and Evaluation Community'.
I see the 'Gender and Evaluation Community' as an exciting new home with promising opportunities for learning, supporting, impacting and sharing.
I am certainly grateful for the opportunity.
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Permalink Reply by Atria Mier on
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Dear all, so far its been great to be part of this network of gender practitioners. Questions solved, job opportunities offered, meeting other professionals in the sector. Thank you all for this great network!
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Permalink Reply by Caroline W Dery on
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I am new on this platform and yet to participate in any event. However, I read people's post on LinkedIn concerning events that were organized, through which I have learnt some gender terminologies.
I'm glad to be here, and hoping to participate in some events soon.
Thanks to the organisers
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Permalink Reply by Margerit Roger on
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I've been following this site and the posts for a number of years now and really value the diverse perspectives, the balance of academic and practical approaches, the personal exchanges, and the many references to research, projects, and people. I try to attend webinars when I can but also appreciate the many resources I've discovered because of this group. Rituu's personal tone and care provides the foundation for the sense of community. Many thanks from this evaluator in Canada!
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Permalink Reply by Carol Miller on
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Hi Rituu and all members,
I have been a member for many years and have greatly appreciated this space to connect with other evaluators. I have shared resources and consultancy opportunities. I have used resources shared by others. And I have posed evaluation questions that I am struggling with and have been grateful for the generous feedback shared by other members.
I am not as active as I would like to be in this space, but it is my go to whenever I need support or ideas. Thanks Rituu, Monika and members.
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Permalink Reply by Liisa Horelli on
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It has been a a great experience to be part of the gender evaluation community although I could have been more active. I have participated in some very interesting presentations and discussions. However, a few of them have been disapointing as the presenter has not answered the questions later on. Summa summarum, great work of the organisasers
Liisa Horelli
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Permalink Reply by Hady Klaassen on
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Dear Monika,
Although I am not very active myself on the platform, I do follow more or less what happens on it. Very happy with the Rituu coordinates and facilitates connection between members. Very useful to see the job opportunities posted by fellow organisations. It gives me a good impression of what is going on in the field of gender and evaluation.
Warmly, Hady Klaassen
The Netherlands
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Reply by Asmat Ali Gill
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Permalink Reply by Aasha Ramesh Delete
he Gender and evaluation platform has been great one to be associated with. It provides useful information and opportunities to network and explore opportunities of interest. As a Gender Development Professional, I am proud to be associated with it.
Thank you
Aasha Ramesh
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I learn from other people's experiences during the interactive sessions. I also read ideas from other people and was able to comment to share mine as well.
I gained from blended ideas from people with diverse background and cultures which provided further insights to why gender and evaluation succeded more in some region or continent than others.
I got lots of resource materials
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Permalink Reply by Vanessa Anastasopoulos on
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I appreciate being able to keep abreast of the latest trends in gender and evaluation topics.
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Permalink Reply by Sophie DES CLERS on
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Dear Monika,
I am based in France and have occasionally led or taken part in evaluation projects. Being a member of this community keeps me informed and has provided many opportunities for continuous learning. It is a precious resource.
Many thanks to ISST for making it possible and for Rituu for being such a kind and dynamic person.
kind regards
Sophie
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Very useful contributions by this group in terms of sharing information about several topics including opportunities, training events, and updates on the global issues. Keep it up. Thanks.