Reykjavík Global Forum’s Post

An agreement was signed between the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan and KfW on allocation of preferential funds in the amount of 150 million euros. These funds provide additional financing for the program "First Inclusive and Resilient Market Economy Development Policy ", developed on the basis of the strategy "Uzbekistan - 2030" and implemented jointly with The World Bank. This program is aimed at supporting reforms in the areas of energy, transport, social protection, gender equality and climate protection. #uzbekistan #kfw #financing #economy #development #strategy

KfW Development Bank signed a loan agreement for EUR 150 million with Uzbekistan to support important reforms in the areas of social protection, gender equality and climate protection. The project is set up as parallel financing with the World Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and represents the first policy-based loan of German Financial Cooperation to Uzbekistan. The PBL is a financing instrument of German development cooperation that supports the implementation of reform steps in partner countries and thus improves the framework conditions for sustainable development. The loans are only disbursed once the pre-defined, ambitious reforms have been achieved. A second tranche in the same amount is planned for the second half of 2024 after the adoption of a second set of reforms.  https://lnkd.in/dUEeEBNq

🇪🇪 Employers, it's time to take action against the gender pay gap! 💰 Today, equal treatment should be a given, yet on payday, disparities persist. Even though the gender pay gap for 2023 was 13,1% in Estonia, the lowest it has ever been, it is still a real issue. While progress has been made, the journey's complexity demands more: 📊 Organizations must embrace transparency and proactive policies to bridge the gap! 🔍 By analyzing wage disparities, utilizing new smart tools like Palgapeegel that was just launched by Estonian state, and combating unconscious biases, we pave the way for equality. 👩💼👨💼 It's not just about numbers; it's about fostering a culture of fairness and respect. 🌟 Employers, it is in your hands to create change in Estonia and other Baltic countries also. Will you be part of the solution? Read how we feel about fight gender pay gap here 👇 https://lnkd.in/d5MbuNar #EqualPay #GenderEquality #figure #figureout #palgapeegel #fairpay

Let's break down barriers to women's biblical equality! Studies show that empowering women is essential for thriving communities. Women leaders partnering with men in ministry are crucial for growth and success. Join us in this important mission. Give now at https://loom.ly/mmuI1u0

It's fascinating to see that Netherlands is leading the way in Responsible AI. The Global Index on Responsible AI reveals a challenging road ahead for responsible AI adoption globally. 67% of countries scored up to 25 points out of 100, with an additional 25% scoring between 25 and 50. This highlights that almost 6 billion people lack sufficient measures to safeguard their human rights in AI contexts. Key areas like Gender Equality, Labor Protections, and the Right to Work are notably lagging in terms of responsible AI. Other critical areas needing attention include Public Participation and Awareness, Public Sector Skills Development, Competition Authorities, and Children’s Rights. Interested in understanding more about the current landscape and the necessary steps towards a more responsible AI future? Check out the Global Index on Responsible AI. #ResponsibleAI #GlobalIndex #AIResponsibility https://global-index.ai/

The 2024 European Commission report on North Macedonia was published last week and highlights important areas of concern and limited progress in advancing gender equality and protecting vulnerable communities. Here are some takeaways from the report: ❗ The report emphasizes that North Macedonia has made no significant progress in advancing gender equality. The anti-gender movement's growing presence is impacting legislative and policy-making processes, which threatens the effective implementation of gender equality frameworks. This is not the first time the anti-gender movement has been mentioned in the country’s EC report. Its continued influence raises serious concerns about the potential erosion of rights and policies designed to protect gender equality and other vulnerable communities. ❗ Despite North Macedonia being a signatory to the Istanbul Convention, its implementation is suboptimal due to insufficient funding and ineffective protocols. Access to essential health services for victims of gender-based violence remains problematic, with limited shelters and a shortage of trained personnel exacerbating the issue. ❗ The national strategy for gender equality (2022-2027) is lagging, with poor execution and weak cross-institutional support. ❗ Gender gaps in the labor market remain, with women significantly less active than men in employment. ❗ Hate speech and hate crimes related to sexual orientation and gender identity require stronger legal frameworks and enforcement, as CSOs documented hundreds of incidents with inadequate legal consequences. ❗ The report also notes that persons with disabilities continue to face discrimination due to infrastructural barriers, lack of access to services, and societal attitudes. ❗ LGBTIQ community sees little advancement in legal protections and faces persistent discrimination and violence. These findings reflect a pressing need for North Macedonia to strengthen its commitment to protecting and advancing the rights of all citizens, ensuring that national policies align with international standards and are effectively implemented. #europeanintegration #EuropeanCommission #NorthMacedonia #genderequality #genderbasedviolence

Another perspective on women's autonomy and choices. In some countries, women face mandatory Hijab, while in others, there are obligations conflicting with their beliefs. Can anyone other than women decide for them? Reflect on the implications of controlling women's bodies and choices. Join the conversation: [Link to post] #Women_Empowerment #Gender_Equality

There is no room for barbarism in the modern world, why is Afghanistan women participation in Olympic not a requirement for male participation? The Permanent Missions of Afghanistan and France to the UNOG in Geneva organizinged a Side-Event on the margins of the 55th session of the Human Rights Council on female participation in sports, with a focus on Afghanistan, ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games. In this conference we talked about Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan and the situation of Afghanistan women ! World should recognise Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan!

In just two years, Sweden has fallen dramatically from fourth to eleventh place in the ILGA Europe ranking. Is Sweden really a place of equality? According to this report, that shiny brand image Sweden portrays to the world is not accurate in reality. There is a lot of discrimination against foreigners in the job market at the moment. I have been speaking to several Swedish recruiters who say they have seen a shift in their clients behaviors. While they were once open minded to hiring internationals if they were qualified several years ago, things have changed in the last 3 years. Many of them report that their clients will avoid hiring a foreigner even if they are the best candidate. The main reason being they want someone native and local. Now, reports like this one have came out and it is reflecting what many of us international job seekers are feeling. So if you’re struggling to get a job, take some of the blame and responsibility off yourself. I know many of you are doing your absolute best while job seeking. This isn’t totally on you - the Swedish society needs to do their part to be more inclusive. Otherwise more reports like this will come out. More talent shortage reports will come out. Sweden will drop in the ranking, and less qualified individuals will choose to come here in the long term. #Sweden can be a great place to live with many benefits - if you are allowed to be on the “inside.” There are actions and reactions. I hope to see this report improve over the next few years.