Sentences with phrase «gender equality in education»

And, it is for a good cause BAZ BAZZLED is donating 25 % of all sales to Room to Read, an organization dedicated to improving literacy and gender equality in education in the developing world.

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The increasing availability of education, coupled with shifting roles in the home for women, is not only changing women's lives but also reworking attitudes toward gender differences and equality.

, the Civil Rights Act of 1965, gender equality laws, women in authority, working women, reproductive education, family planning, contraception, condoms, gay rights and a host of others.

The trend is directly tied to increasing gender equality, as women gain greater access to resources and opportunities in business, politics and education.

The IWD otherwise known as the United Nations (UN) Day for Women's Rights and International Peace has since gained international recognition and celebrated world wide in different forms and even gained the status of a holiday in some countries such as Ukraine The day has also been marked under various themes encompassing peace and security, human rights, gender based violence, conflicts and hunger, education, gender equality, empowerment and affirmative actions, inclusion of woman in decision making, the Millenium Development Goals (MDGs) and many more.

1118 - FCO - For first time in 64 year history the Commonwealth will have a formal Charter setting out core values: democracy; human rights; peace and security; tolerance, respect and understanding; freedom of expression; separation of powers; rule of law; good governance; sustainable development; environmental protection; access to health, education, food and shelter; gender equality; and the importance of young people and civil society.

Over the last 30 years, we have seen tremendous achievements in gender equality in the UK education system.

In its appropriation directions for higher education institutions for the 2016 fiscal year, the government states that all higher education institutions must produce a plan showing how they intend to move their work on Gender Mainstreaming forward, so as to contribute towards achieving the goals of gender equality pGender Mainstreaming forward, so as to contribute towards achieving the goals of gender equality pgender equality policy.

As discussed above, tertiary education will empower refugees or asylum - seekers to achieve other dynamic development outcomes, including poverty, development of human dignity and personality, understanding tolerance and friendship, maintenance of peace, effective participation in a free society, promotion of gender equality and respect of environment.

In writing the majority opinion, Justice Ginsburg, a long and tireless advocate for gender equality, noted that «single - sex education affords pedagogical benefits to at least some students» and concluded, «that reality is uncontested in this litigation.&raquIn writing the majority opinion, Justice Ginsburg, a long and tireless advocate for gender equality, noted that «single - sex education affords pedagogical benefits to at least some students» and concluded, «that reality is uncontested in this litigation.&raquin this litigation.»

As Director - General of UNESCO, Irina Bokova is actively engaged in international efforts to advance quality education for all, gender equality, cultural dialogue and scientific cooperation for sustainable development and is leading UNESCO as a global advocate for safety of journalists and freedom of expression.

Secretary of state for education and minister for women and equalities, Justine Greening said: «I'm proud that the Department for Education has taken an important step in reporting its gender pay gap, setting an example to other employers as we build a stronger economy where success is defined by talent, not gender or circeducation and minister for women and equalities, Justine Greening said: «I'm proud that the Department for Education has taken an important step in reporting its gender pay gap, setting an example to other employers as we build a stronger economy where success is defined by talent, not gender or circEducation has taken an important step in reporting its gender pay gap, setting an example to other employers as we build a stronger economy where success is defined by talent, not gender or circumstance.

ELearning can be used as a means to close the gender gap in education and make a lasting impact on the struggle for gender equality across nations.

Information card on equality in education with regard to sex and gender identity, including transgender identities.

By 2015, the leaders pledged, the world would achieve measurable improvements in the most critical areas of human development: eradicate extreme poverty and hunger, achieve universal primary education, promote gender equality and empower women, reduce child mortality, improve maternal health, combat HIV / AIDS, Malaria and other diseases, ensure environmental sustainability, global partnership for development.

We are taking a life cycle perspective that will strengthen the nexus between education, health, gender, equality and empowerment, working across ministers as well as with civil society organizations, in South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.

In terms of gender parity and equality, the report says child marriage and early pregnancy continue to hinder girls» progress in education, «as does the need for teacher training in gender sensitive approaches.&raquIn terms of gender parity and equality, the report says child marriage and early pregnancy continue to hinder girls» progress in education, «as does the need for teacher training in gender sensitive approaches.&raquin education, «as does the need for teacher training in gender sensitive approaches.&raquin gender sensitive approaches.»

The second cycle of the International Civic and Citizenship Education Study (ICCS) has recorded an increase in student support of gender equality and equal opportunities for all ethnic and racial groups.

The second cycle of the International Civic and Citizenship Education Study has recorded an increase in student support of gender equality and equal opportunities for all ethnic and racial groups.

The Prize contributes to the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals 4 — on education — and 5 — on gender equality, and supports UNESCO's global priorities included in the Medium - term Strategy 2014 - 2021 and the Gender Equality Action Plan 2014 - 2021 (GEAgender equality, and supports UNESCO's global priorities included in the Medium - term Strategy 2014 - 2021 and the Gender Equality Action Plan 2014 - 2021 (GEAGender Equality Action Plan 2014 - 2021 (GEAP II).

Together, this partnership has garnered the latest thinking in digital technology for education such as, digital innovation and creativity; computational thinking; advances in STEM; the use of digital technology to promote higher order thinking skills; support for gender equity, and equality of access.

Tasked with providing a quality education to our current generation of students, teachers also have a significant hand in shaping the future by instilling in children essential cultural and social values such as tolerance, gender equality and open dialogue.

But inspectors at a Westminster Education Forum event in London on Tuesday said that high - profile newspaper stories have too often focused on issues like gender equality.

In 2013 we participated the panel «Creating Equal Cultures» at Gotland Game Conference in which we discussed gender equality and sexism within the game industry and how these issues are addressed within the game educationIn 2013 we participated the panel «Creating Equal Cultures» at Gotland Game Conference in which we discussed gender equality and sexism within the game industry and how these issues are addressed within the game educationin which we discussed gender equality and sexism within the game industry and how these issues are addressed within the game educations.

Not only does it help us to understand the world that we live in, education helps promote equality by closing the gap between genders and social classes, helps people to become an important and contributing part of society, and is essential to perform jobs effectively and safely.

The main projects Norway is funding include preventing deforestation in poor countries and developing clean energy, as well as promoting education and gender equality.

As part of Hogan Lovells» «commitment to gender identity equality», it will offer «advice on communicating to colleagues and clients — both in terms of education and employing appropriate language.»

Canadian women still experience inequality in economic well - being, education, employment, health, housing, justice, safety, and political and social inclusion, according to a new benchmark report on gender equality from the Canadian Human Rights Commission.

Chicago - Kent College of Law of the Illinois Institute of Technology provides equality of opportunity in legal education for all persons, including faculty and employees, with respect to hiring, continuation, promotion and tenure, applicants for admission, enrolled students, and alumni, without discrimination on the ground of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Brooklyn & New Haven About Blog A project focused on exhibiting the contributions of women in graphic design and exploring issues of gender - equality in education provided by design institutions.

Scott Prior made the decision to run for Senate in LD 16 so that his fellow constituents could be represented by someone who advocates for workers, makes education a priority, and supports equality for Arizonans regardless of race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.

The MDGs contributed to substantial social progress in eight key areas: poverty; education; gender equality; child mortality; maternal health; disease; the environment; and global partnership.

Grants awarded to - date include: Education Development Center, Inc.: Identifying Cross-Cutting Non-Cognitive Skills for Positive Youth Development; JA Worldwide: Amplifying the Voice of Young People around the World; Komo Learning Centres: KLC Youth - Led Club Documentary Project; Restless Development: Inspire, Influence and Inform: a video series highlighting young people's role in Positive Youth Development programs; Mercy Corps: Girl Research and Learning Power (GRL Power); Waves for Change: Moving beyond data disaggregation: utilizing evaluation systems to promote gender equality in sports development for youth at scale.