In humanitarian emergencies, gender inequality becomes more pronounced, and women and girls are disproportionately affected. Many vulnerabilities are exasperated, including a significantly increased risk for unwanted pregnancy, gender-based violence, STIs, and maternal mortality (UN Women). A recent episode of the Educate Us! Women and Girls on Learning in Humanitarian Crises …
The following article is a personal reflection on two interviews conducted for a research assignment, stemming from the previous post about the gender gap in humanitarian leadership roles. I explain how first contact was made, what the rapport was during the interviews, the differences between the two, and what learning …
The humanitarian sector is often thought of as a neutral force, dedicated to helping those affected by crises and disasters. Yet behind the scenes, the industry struggles with significant gender imbalance – particularly at a leadership level. This article explores the lack of female representation in this environment and why …
