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Digital technology to increase participation of women, youth in reconstruction of the Gaza Strip
Tuesday, December 13, 2016
With financial support of the Government of the Kingdom of Belgium, UN-Habitat and UN Women have launched a new innovative Programme to advance women’s and youth’s rights to participate in reconstruction and recovery efforts in Gaza through use of digital technologies.
From where I stand: Raja Shahwan
Friday, November 4, 2016
Raja Shahwan, 40, participated in the “Spring Forward for Women” regional programme funded by the European Union and UN Women to promote the access and effective participation of marginalized women in economic and public life. Today Ms. Shahwan is employed full-time and an active member of the Women Local Committees in Gaza, Palestine, which help women participate in local governance and community activities.
Friday, June 19, 2015
The Central Election Commission and UN Women entered in a new agreement to enhance Palestinian's women political participation.