As the #MeToo movement continues to dominate global headlines and SDG 5 to achieve gender equality by 2030 seems out of reach, many are asking: what role should men and boys have in this work? Some advocate for programming that engages men and boys in gender equality efforts. Others worry about diverting limited resources and diluting messaging. Is it a zero-sum equation? Hear leaders discuss—even debate—these questions and more.
Session Description
Time & Location
Time:
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM, Wednesday, April 10, 2019 BSTLocation:
Lecture Theatre 4
Speakers
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ModeratorPresident/CEO, Women DeliverKatja Iversen is the President/CEO of Women Deliver – a leading global advocate for investment in gender equality and the health, rights, and wellbeing of girls and women, with a specific focus on maternal, sexual and reproductive health and rights. Iversen, an internationally recognized expert on…
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SpeakerSenior Associate and Policy Analyst, Population CouncilJudith Bruce joined the Council in 1977. She is a senior associate and policy analyst with the Poverty, Gender, and Youth program. Through policy analysis, evidence-based intervention design and capacity building, she has changed the way we think about quality of care from the client’s…
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SpeakerPresident & CEO, EquimundoGary Barker, PhD, is a leading global voice in engaging men and boys in advancing gender equality and positive masculinities. He is the CEO and co-founder of Equimundo. Gary is also co-founder of MenCare, a global campaign working in more than 50 countries to promote men’s involvement as…
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SpeakerSenior Advisor to United Nations Under-Secretary-General, United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of WomenElizabeth Nyamayaro is Senior Advisor to United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Global Head of UN’s HeForShe Initiative, a global solidarity movement which seeks to engage men and boys as advocates for gender equality. A strong advocate for women rights and economic empowerment…
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SpeakerCo-Founder, Youth Advocacy Network Sri LankaDakshitha Wickremarathne is a development practitioner striving for social justice. His childhood during the times of conflict in Sri Lanka has sparked his passion for peace and equality. His work in the areas of health, gender and reconciliation lead him to be appointed by the UN Secretary-General as the…