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SheLeads Programme

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The Union Minister for Women and Child Development recently inaugurated the second edition of UN Women’s flagship capacity-building programmeSheLeads II: Workshop for Women Leaders, in New Delhi. This workshop is aimed at empowering women to take on leadership roles in public and political life, with a focus on the upcoming Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections.

About SheLeads Programme

The SheLeads initiative is a flagship programme by the UN Women India Country Office designed to:

  • Advance gender equality in public and political leadership.

  • Equip women leaders with the necessary skills, platforms, and networks to contest elections and contribute to governance.

  • Empower women to shape policies that reflect the diverse needs and aspirations of the population.

Key Features of SheLeads II:

  • The programme focuses on empowering women to step into roles where they can actively shape policies and governance.

  • The workshop provides training in key leadership skills such as public speaking, policy-making, networking, and strategic decision-making.

  • Women are given the tools and confidence needed to contest upcoming elections and lead from the front.

Significance of SheLeads II

  • The SheLeads II workshop is designed to ensure that women can confidently enter political roles, fostering inclusive leadership that resonates with all sections of society.

  • By equipping women with the necessary skills and networks, the programme ensures that the development agenda is inclusive, addressing the concerns and aspirations of all citizens.

  • It aims to tackle the gender imbalance in political representation and decision-making positions, encouraging women to actively engage in public service and governance.

Key Facts about UN Women

  • UN Women is the UN entity dedicated to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women.

  • Established in July 2010 by the UN General Assembly as part of a reform agenda to create greater impact.

  • UN Women’s roles include:

    • Supporting inter-governmental bodies, such as the Commission on the Status of Women, in creating policies, global standards, and norms for gender equality.

    • Assisting member states in implementing these global standards and providing technical and financial support to those countries that request it.

    • Building effective partnerships with civil society organizations to advocate for women’s rights and gender equality worldwide.


 


 

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