Government responses to COVID-19: Lessons on gender equality for a world in turmoil (cover)

Government responses to COVID-19: Lessons on gender equality for a world in turmoil

Drawing on a unique global dataset of nearly 5,000 measures adopted by 226 countries and territories in response to COVID-19, this UN Women and UNDP report finds that government responses paid insufficient attention to gender dynamics, though instances of innovation hold important lessons for gender-responsive policymaking during crises. The report analyses the factors that led to a strong gender response, generating key lessons for resilience and preparedness for future shocks.

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