Zakho Center for Sustainable Development Goals

Overview

Gender equality is a human right and a prerequisite for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. SDG 5 aims to end discrimination and violence against women and girls, ensure equal participation in leadership and decision-making, and guarantee equal access to education, health care and economic opportunity.

Key targets

•      End all forms of discrimination against women and girls everywhere.

•      Eliminate violence against women and girls in public and private spheres.

•      Ensure women's full participation and equal leadership opportunities at all levels of decision-making.

•      Ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights, and equal rights to economic resources.

The Center's contribution

The Center promotes women's participation in research and leadership, supports gender-sensitive research, and organizes awareness activities for students and staff on equality and inclusion.

How you can get involved

•      Join our women in science and leadership events.

•      Support gender-focused research projects.

•      Share your stories and experiences through our blog.

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