She Told Us So (Again): Mental Health Stats
Mental health issues are one of the biggest impacts in COVID-19, and they are getting worse. 63% of women report mental health as one of their biggest needs right now. Women are more likely to prioritize mental health issues in COVID-19 than men--48% of women compared to 31% of men.
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Enhancing Women’s Participation and Leadership in Humanitarian Action
The world urgently needs more adaptable and accessible funding models that recognize the unique contributions of women's rights organizations and women-led organizations (WROs/WLOs). Despite their crucial role in crisis response, women's potential as leaders in humanitarian action is often sidelined, perpetuating inequalities and undermining response effectiveness. A multifaceted and rights-based approach is essential to tackle internal organizational barriers and external socio-political challenges.
Nepal Food Systems Policy Actions
In 2021, CARE Nepal supported the government and the National Farmer Groups Federation (NFGF) to host seven independent dialogues to garner inclusive participation in the UN Food Systems Summit and support the creation of Nepal’s National Pathway. Dialogues were held in all seven provinces and centered around the theme “The Rights of Marginalized Communities are the Basis for a Sustainable Food System.” Following the dialogue series, a national print media campaign was launched to highlight the relevant issues raised during the dialogues. This policy brief offers an overview of the topics covered and desired policy outcomes from dialogue participants.
Examining Women and Girls’ Safe Spaces in Humanitarian Contexts: Research Findings from Northwest Syria and South Sudan (Policy Brief)
Women and girls’ safe spaces (WGSS) form one of the most widely implemented GBV prevention and response programming interventions in humanitarian contexts. Despite their widespread use and potential to increase the well-being, safety, and empowerment of women and girls, there is a lack of rigorous evidence regarding the role of these spaces in participants’ lives. CARE conducted a study to examine the effectiveness of its WGSS in Northwest Syria and South Sudan. This report provides detailed analysis of findings from this research. This high-level brief provides an overview of the key findings and program, policy and future research recommendations from this study.