Bhutan trains women civil servants to lead gender-inclusive digital transformation Some 30 HR Officers from various key government agencies attended the Women’s Digital Champions Training led by the RCSC in partnership with the UNDP. The two-day training was part of a broader partnership between the Royal Government of Bhutan and UNDP to accelerate inclusive public sector innovation through digital transformation. This training was supported by […]
Growing the Global Seal Learning Community: Highlights from the 2025 Gender Equality Seal for Public Institutions Induction Webinar Series Over six interactive sessions in June and July 2025, UNDP staff from around the globe came together for the 2025 Gender Equality Seal for Public Institutions Induction Webinar Series. The series was designed to build internal capacity, share practical tools, and spotlight CO experiences, equipping staff with the knowledge and confidence to support Seal implementation with […]
Chile at the Forefront of Advancing Gender Equality in Public Administration: Three New Institutions Certified With the Gold Gender Equality Seal for Public Institutions In a significant milestone on advancing gender equality in the public sector, three Chilean institutions – the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights (MJDDHH) – were awarded the Gold medal of the UNDP Gender Equality Seal for Public Institutions in June 2025. This […]
Advancing Accountability: Maputo Workshop Drives Progress in Coordinated Audit on PALOP-TL Gender-Based Violence The regional workshop held in Maputo, Mozambique, from April 21–25, 2025, marked a significant step forward in the implementation of the ongoing Coordinated Audit on Gender-Based Violence (ACVBG), carried out by Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) from the PALOP-TL countries, in line with INTOSAI standards, as part of the OISC | CPLP (INTOSAI member Organisation of […]
Celebrating Progress: UNDP’s Gender Equality Seal for Public Institutions Global Awards Ceremony 2025 On June 12, the global Seal community gathered virtually for the UNDP Gender Equality Seal for Public Institutions Global Awards Ceremony 2025, a prestigious event recognizing public institutions certified with the Gold, Silver, or Bronze Gender Seal during 2024 and the first half of 2025. The ceremony highlighted their outstanding commitment and results in advancing […]
Championing Gender Equality in Tax Administration: FIRS Launches Gender Desk and Women Network In a defining step toward institutional transformation, the Nigerian Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) officially launched the FIRS Gender Desk and the FIRS Women Network (WoN) on April 29, 2025, positioning the agency as a model for gender-responsive governance in the country. These two milestones also align with FIRS’s participation in EQUANOMICS – a global […]
Rwanda’s Path towards a Gender-Responsive Tax System: Transforming Fiscal Policies, Empowering Women In a strong display of commitment to gender equality and inclusive governance, the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA), in partnership with UNDP, held two significant events between November 2024 and March 2025. These gatherings not only highlighted RRA’s dedication to a gender-responsive tax system but also offered concrete actions to empower women in the workplace and […]
Strengthening the fight against gender-based violence in PALOP countries and Timor Leste: ACVBG’s journey In a powerful step towards advancing gender equality and protecting women’s rights, the Pro PALOP-TL Programme, phase III, has launched a joint initiative to evaluate and strengthen public policies addressing gender-based violence. The Coordinated Audit on Gender-Based Violence (ACVBG) represents a significant milestone in regional cooperation, using the tools of public auditing to drive systemic […]
Empowering Women in Politics and Leadership in Uzbekistan: Breaking Barriers, Strengthening Equality In recent years, Uzbekistan has embarked on a transformative journey to promote gender equality and empower women across all sectors of society. Anchored in progressive legislative reforms and a renewed national commitment, the country has updated its Constitution, affirming the state’s commitment to ensuring equal rights and opportunities for women and men in public and […]
