Identifying and mainstreaming women's and girls’ needs in COVID-19 emergency

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Disasters and crisis do not discriminate based on gender. However, their impact is not gender-neutral. The impact of any crisis is affected by our social system, gender roles and individual’s access to and control over resources which are different among individuals and communities. The COVID-19 has impacted and will impact women more significantly making them more vulnerable than at other times.

The 7th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD)

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The 7th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) concluded today with a resounding call for countries to revive international cooperation and multi-stakeholder partnerships in tackling the huge socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which threaten to reverse hard-won development gains in the region.

OXFAM DOWNSIZES BIG TIME

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Oxfam accelerates new strategic changes to its global operations. It aims to maximize impact, shift power south and adapt to financial impact of coronavirus

My Name is Yusuf

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Yusif contracted polio when he was one. He has made many adjustments in being a strong voice for disability rights in Indonesia.

SDG Progress Report 2020( UN Secretary-General): SUMMARY

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The Pandemic is risking to destroy the progress so far achieved in the implementation of the SDGs. The report was released by the UN Secretary General to the Economic Social Council, ECOSOC on 19th of May, 2020

Joining Forces: Effective Policy Solutions for Covid-19 Response

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The Informal Briefing (Monday, 11 May) convened by H.E. Ambassador Mona Juul, President of the Economic and Social Council,provided the latest updates on the UN joint response to the COVID epidemic. The briefing brought together the leadership and expertise of the wider UN system, including the normative and analytical work of the UN specialized agencies, to discuss policy solutions.

NEW EU BIODIVERSITY STRATEGY FOR 2030 (PRESS RELEASE)

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The European Commission adopted a comprehensive new Biodiversity Strategy to bring nature back into our lives and a Farm to Fork Strategy for a fair, healthy and environmentally friendly food system. The two strategies are mutually reinforcing, bringing together nature, farmers, business and consumers for jointly working towards a competitively sustainable future.

NZ Wellbeing Budget 2020 (14 May, 2020)

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The Wellbeing Budget is the main source of Budget information. Among the several initiative, a strong focus on mental health, fulfilling a promise of the Government, free vocational trainings for 2 years and $100.4 million to meet increased demand in early learning and increasing school rolls, new school buildings and a push to solve the housing crisis, including an effort to fight homelessness.

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