AMwA is thrilled to carry the feminist climate justice agenda to the Bonn Climate Change Conference #SB58 as representatives of the Women & Gender Constituency where we join other parties in drafting decisions to adopt at COP28. Here are the highlights 👉bit.ly/46ggB9g
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Gender gaps in labor force participation persist worldwide, yet closing this gap can lead to sizeable gains for economies—a 20 percent increase in GDP per capita, on average.
How can we boost female labor force participation #FLFP? wrld.bg/kOKl50OLXk5
#AccelerateEquality
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“Women are nothing more or less than men … we are worth the same and deserve equal opportunities."
Securing women's land rights can help advance global gender equality and land restoration goals.
See what this looks like in #Peru: ow.ly/mR3L50MQ6Iw
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Real stories: Voices from #WWD
Here's a link to a dialogue we had where a #WomanWithDisability narrated how the changing climate has affected her.
#WWDandClimate
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Stories from the ground.
A very interesting dialogue we had on "Tackling the double injustice of gender inequality and climate change".
Here's the link.
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Missed out on our dialogue on mainstreaming climate change for people with disabilities to promote sustainable agriculture? Worry not. Here's the link to the entire dialogue.
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Very interesting discussions at the #BlueEconomy knowledge fair. #Gender is among the trending topics as women & men small-scale fishers share their experiences & recommendations.
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#Indigenous knowledge is not selective of gender. It promotes #genderequity by ensuring every gender & social group understands their space in the #BlueEconomy & #Marine resources. How do we ensure that our indigenous knowledge is not eroded by new #technology? #EcofishProgramme
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🔔 ICYMI: We have launched the #GRFC 2023 Regional Focus on #IGAD Member States with and . #GRFC2023 #FightFoodCrises
We have highlighted some key messages from the report in the thread below. ⬇️
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#Indigenous knowledge is not selective of gender. It promotes #genderequity by ensuring every gender & social group understands their space in the #BlueEconomy & #Marine resources. How do we ensure that our indigenous knowledge is not eroded by new #technology? #EcofishProgramme
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Day 3 of the knowledge experience workshop on leveraging the #BlueEconomy, Small-scale #Fisheries Management & #Aquatic #Biodiversity #Conservation is focusing quite alot on engendering the #BlueEconomy and #Marine resources.
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🌍 Youth advocates for holistic climate action in Global Stocktake: involving young voices, prioritizing human rights, transforming food systems, and transitioning away from fossil fuels. Let's build a just and sustainable future! #ClimateAction #GlobalStocktake
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On the 3rd day of the #BlueEconomy share fair organised by #IGAD, & #ECOFISHprogram, a plenary session to synthesise topics discussed over the previous days & a panel discussion on Small-Scale Fisheries Management are taking place.
#BlueEconomyForAfrica
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Day 3.
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On the 3rd day of the #BlueEconomy share fair organised by #IGAD, @au_ibar & #ECOFISHprogram, a plenary session to synthesise topics discussed over the previous days & a panel discussion on Small-Scale Fisheries Management are taking place.
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Tomorrow is the Desertification and Drought Day global observance event! Join live.
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Tomorrow is the Desertification and Drought Day global observance event!
Join us LIVE on tomorrow 10AM – 1PM EDT
bit.ly/3NoGNHr #HerLand
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⏰ Tomorrow is the Desertification and Drought Day global observance event!
💻 Join us LIVE on tomorrow 10AM – 1PM EDT
✅ bit.ly/3NoGNHr #HerLand
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We cannot tackle the #ClimateCrisis or end hunger without taking decisive #ClimateAction across our agrifood systems.
's Strategy on Climate Change will help deliver impactful & innovative solutions for adaptation & mitigation👉bit.ly/3GvnJUT
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#Women play key roles in addressing #ClimateChange in different domains, including in their households, communities, and the labour market. These contributions can be accelerated by ensuring women have access to education and career opportunities in #STEM👇
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On island territories, where most food is imported, achieving a level of #FoodSovereignty is becoming more urgent due to #ClimateChange.
Meet the #women working to grow local #FoodSystems on U.S. island territories in this story 👇
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What does #gender-just #DisasterRiskReduction (#DRR) mean, concretely?
Hear the stories from the Women & Gender Stakeholder Group under from across the globe ⤵️
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Gender-responsive interventions promoting sustainable production in agricultural supply chains contribute to improved business, #conservation & livelihoods while promoting #WomensEconomicEmpowerment & #GenderEquality & protecting #HumanRights.
brief: bit.ly/45Kf3DX
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Here's an interesting document from
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Our @IUCN's Gender Analysis Guide provides information, tips and tools that can help conduct and apply the findings of gender analyses 
Download it here: bit.ly/3QAcX2l
Download it here: bit.ly/3QAcX2l
📢#HappeningToday
#SB58 Policy Dialogue Luncheon: Building a Road Map for Soil Health in the Climate Change Agenda.
Policy experts will discuss how to strategically support the advancement of #SoilHealth within national and global policy processes.
⏩shorturl.at/hkARS
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⏰ Hurry! Applications for this life-changing program close on June 23, 2023, at 11:59 EAT. ⌛️ Take the first step towards making a real difference by filling out the form today. 🌟
To apply, visit: [forms.office.com/r/RvM0vLNwRR]
#ClimateAction #YouthEmpowerment #COP28 #Africa
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🌍🚺 This Desertification and Drought Day, we're focusing on women's land rights!
👧🏽🌏 Join us in advocating for gender equality and strong land stewardship.
🌱♀️ Use the hashtag #HerLand and make use of our social media pack to show your support: bit.ly/HerLandtrello
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We are currently undertaking actions in building the capacity of people with disability in climate change governance & leadership & can't agree more to this statement. #PWDs need to be supported to drive their agenda since they understand it better.
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Day 2: Very interesting knowledge experience sessions at the workshop on leveraging the #BlueEconomy through efficient Small-scale Fisheries management and aquatic Biodiversity Conservation
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1/2 The #BlueEconomy share fair under the theme: "Leveraging Blue Economy Through Efficient Small-Scale Fisheries Management and Aquatic Biodiversity Conservation to Build the Africa We Want" co-organised by #IGAD, @au_ibar and #ECOFISHprogramme continues.
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Happening now! What Works' to improve access to life-changing #AssistiveTechnology. This is a story of innovation and learning.' at #COSP16 hosted by & , #CRPD
Follow live here or watch on UNTV media.un.org/en/asset/k1h/k
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🔴PRESS RELEASE: IGAD Regional focus on Food Crises 2023 -Number of people facing acute food insecurity rose to over 55 million across the IGAD region.
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#IGAD Regional Focus of the Global Report on Food Crises 2023
Dive into the comprehensive analysis of food crises in 2022, major drivers, #nutrition, displacement, and challenges in 2023. From #droughts to conflicts, this report delves deep into the factors…
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📑 The June to September (JJAS) 2023 forecast shows high chances of drier than usual conditions across the northern parts of the Greater Horn of Africa (GHA).
Read the impacts and advisories on the different sectors in the region on our Summary for Decision Makers…
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Glad to be part of this highly informative workshop. Each one of us has a responsibility in ensuring sustainable #fisheries management.
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Ongoing in Mombasa:
Kenya The #Blueeconomy Knowledge & Experience Share Fair with #IGAD, @ecofish_program, @commission_coi and @au_ibar with support from @SweinEthiopia/ @Sida & @EUinMauritius.
On behalf of IGAD’s Executive Secretary Dr. @DrWorkneh, Dr. @FatumaIAdan stated:…
From the food we eat to the air we breathe, water is essential for our survival and the health of our planet.
The global water crisis is a complex and urgent issue affecting people and ecosystems worldwide.
Join us in taking #WaterAction: unesco.org/en/water
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Governments hold the power to drive change and promote equality.
Read how Gender-Responsive Public Procurement can support diversity and empower women: wrld.bg/ncA050OHbKh
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Such a sad situation.
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Forced labour and #Childlabour kills hopes, dreams, possibilities, chances and lives! Each of us has a role to play in saving one child at a time. #Empowerment #Gender #Education #Ruraldevelopment
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Kenya government is committed to promoting the #blueeconomy as a means of uplifting #livelihoods of coastal #communities with a special focus on #women and #youth. #blueeconomy knowledge sharing workshop.
Lamu Governor Issa Timamy says he is very pleased with the significant livelihood improvement the #BlueEconomy has accorded local communities in the county. He points out the need to engage in sustainable development & conservation of marine & coastal resources.
Mombasa Governor H.E Abdullswamad Nassir says the county is committed to promoting and leveraging on the #BlueEconomy as the key economic pillar.
#BlueEconomy #Small-scale #fisheries knowledge sharing workshop.
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Delighted to be part of 's knowledge sharing workshop on leveraging the #BlueEconomy,#small-scale #fisheries mgt & #aquatic #biodiversity #conservation. We are keen on the program's gender aspect & how to ensure everyone is on board.
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Not very good news. The good news is that each of us possesses the power to change this narrative. we are committed to play our part diligently. #STREVOW #GenderAndClimate4Africa
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Whichever way you look at it, #Africa is being devastated by climate change. It loses $7-$15 billion a year due to climate change which is projected to rise to $50 billion by 2030 says @AfDB_Group Chief @akin_adesina #AFDBAM2023
