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Women make up nearly 1/2 of the global agricultural workforce in developing countries. Last week in Angola, I met with some of these vital women farmers.
Thrilled to see United Nations pass the US's resolution naming 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer. usun.usmission.gov/statement-on-t…
Recently, 103 women drivers, including five men, graduated as part of USAID-funded Women Inspiring Women in Transport initiative in partnership with Commercial Transport Academy (CTA). The initiative is designed to empower women in the transport sector and drive industry change. #Empowerment
📢 Join us in our efforts to close the gender digital divide and create a more equitable society! This How-To Guide outlines actionable steps you can take to implement a gender-sensitive approach in your work: usaid.gov/digital-develo… #GirlsInICT
Ensuring that women & girls have equitable, affordable access to digital tech can spur economic growth and lift millions out of poverty. This #GirlsInICT Day, learn how we're closing the gender digital divide through the Women in the Digital Economy Fund: widef.global
Thrilled to introduce the newest #RISEgrants challenge winners!🌟 From Nepal and DRC to Kenya and Guatemala, these projects are driving change by addressing gender-based violence in #environment initiatives. Explore here: gender.pub/winners
On #DenimDay we stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence worldwide. By challenging myths and taking action to support survivors, we're advancing gender equality and creating safer communities for all. #EndSexualViolence #SolidarityForever @usinnigeria
Advancing access to digital technology for all women and girls spurs economic growth, improves health, education and welfare, and has the power to lift millions out of poverty. #GirlsinICT
Don’t miss tomorrow’s coffee chat sponsored by the USAID Women’s Economic Empowerment Community of Practice ☕ It will explore how waste contributes to #ClimateChange and the critical role women play in reducing ocean plastic pollution 🙌🌊 Banyan Global climatelinks.org/events/usaid-w…