'Research shows that peace accords are more likely to last when there is meaningful engagement by women.'
When Ukrainian and Russian representatives meet to attempt to negotiate a way out of the crisis, the absence of women from those tables is glaring. YetThis is exactly the moment a strong feminist foreign policy is needed most.
Bringing feminist analysis into the heart of our understanding of global affairs is not merely 'value signaling' or woke-speak. It can make the difference between life and death. And it would ensure our international actions are grounded in commitments to human rights, equality, and human security. In Canada, we still face a severe gap between promises and clear policy. For many years, we have heard that Canada has a feminist foreign policy. Four Foreign Affairs ministers have framed Canada's foreign policy in this way. Yet we have no guiding document or policy paper that outlines what this means and why this is important in a global crisis like the one we are facing right now.
New research shows us how much is at stake if we don't bridge the gender gap. Gender inequality correlates with
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
A’s lose series opener to Guardians 9-8The A’s blew an 8-5 lead by allowing four runs in the seventh inning.
Read more »
Canadian Blood Services to end 'blood ban,' bring in behaviour-based screeningHealth Canada has approved a request to end the policy that restricts men who have sex with men from donating blood for three months.
Read more »
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts for Sons to Give Their Moms This YearFrom a Hermès Apple watch to a classic bouquet, surprise your mom with these special Mother's Day gifts.
Read more »
Airbnb allows employees to live and work from anywhereAirbnb says its employees can live and work almost anywhere around the world, as the company embraces a fully remote work policy to attract staff and ensure flexibility
Read more »
Airbnb Embracing Remote Workforce; Employees Allowed To Work And Live AnywhereSan Francisco-based Airbnb will allow its employees to live and work almost anywhere around the world, fully embracing a remote work policy to attract staff and ensure flexibility.
Read more »
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner Asks $225 Million for Massive Malibu CompoundFormer Disney chairman and CEO Michael Eisner is asking $225 million for his cliff-top compound in Malibu, Calif. If the deal closes for that amount, the home will be the most expensive ever sold in California and one of the priciest in the world.
Read more »