The members of the Gender Push Initiative in UNICEF have written to Catherine Russell listing their concerns about the future of gender equality in UNICEF and the Gender Action Plan. See the full document below the summary.
Summary:
The Gender Push Initiative appeal addresses concerns regarding the organization's approach to gender equality and the implementation of its Gender Action Plan.
* Commitment to Gender Equality: They reaffirm their dedication to UNICEF's mission and express concern that current efforts toward gender equality may not be sufficient or effectively implemented.
* Implementation of the Gender Action Plan: There is a call for a more robust and transparent execution of the Gender Action Plan, emphasizing the need for measurable outcomes and accountability.
* Leadership and Accountability: The letter urges UNICEF leadership to take a more proactive role in promoting gender equality, including setting clear expectations and holding staff accountable for progress.
Summary:
The Gender Push Initiative appeal addresses concerns regarding the organization's approach to gender equality and the implementation of its Gender Action Plan.
* Commitment to Gender Equality: They reaffirm their dedication to UNICEF's mission and express concern that current efforts toward gender equality may not be sufficient or effectively implemented.
* Implementation of the Gender Action Plan: There is a call for a more robust and transparent execution of the Gender Action Plan, emphasizing the need for measurable outcomes and accountability.
* Leadership and Accountability: The letter urges UNICEF leadership to take a more proactive role in promoting gender equality, including setting clear expectations and holding staff accountable for progress.
* Resource Allocation: Concerns include the adequacy of resources—both human and financial—dedicated to gender initiatives, suggesting that more investment is necessary to achieve meaningful change.
* Cultural and Institutional Change: The authors highlight the importance of fostering an organizational culture that supports gender equality, including training, awareness, and the dismantling of systemic barriers.
The members of the Gender Push Initiative call for UNICEF leadership to reaffirm their commitment to gender equality and to take tangible steps toward its realization within the organization.
* Cultural and Institutional Change: The authors highlight the importance of fostering an organizational culture that supports gender equality, including training, awareness, and the dismantling of systemic barriers.
The members of the Gender Push Initiative call for UNICEF leadership to reaffirm their commitment to gender equality and to take tangible steps toward its realization within the organization.
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